Frontend Engineer

The Access Group; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business management software provider in Kuala Lumpur is seeking someone with experience in frontend web development focused on data visualizations. You will design interactive data visualizations, collaborate with engineering teams, and ensure efficient dashboard performance. Ideal candidates have strong JavaScript, HTML, CSS skills, and familiarity with visualization libraries. The company offers a collaborative work environment along with competitive benefits for employees.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days leave

Health contribution

Charity days

Qualifications

• 3-4 years experience in frontend web development with focus on data visualization.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS for custom visualization development.
• Hands-on experience with visualization libraries such as Plotly and D3.js.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop wireframes, prototypes, and interactive data visualizations.
• Collaborate with data engineering teams to integrate frontend components.
• Optimize dashboard performance and ensure responsive user experiences.

Skills

Frontend web development

Data visualization

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Tools

Plotly

D3.js

Vega

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Job description

We’re looking for people to join the Access family, who share our passion for believing in better, and who will help us continue to grow.

Love Work. Love Life. Be You. - is central to our success and how we give our customers the freedom to do more of what's important to them.

What does Access offer you?

We offer a blended approach to office working, encouraging you to collaborate and connect in one of our thriving offices. We deliver on what we say, taking the development of our people seriously. We’ll work with you to progress your success plan and provide opportunities to accelerate your career.

On top of a competitive salary, our wellbeing days taking you to 25 days leave a year and a health contribution, you’ll also be able to choose from a range of benefits to suit you. We’re an organisation that likes to give back, so you’ll also have three charity days allocated to support a cause that matters to you.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop wireframes, prototypes, and interactive data visualizations
• Create bespoke data visualizations using data visualization library such as (SVG, Vega, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, etc)
• Establish and maintain data visualization design systems and UI/UX standards
• Collaborate with data engineering teams to integrate frontend components with data pipelines
• Optimize dashboard performance and ensure responsive, accessible user experiences
• Apply design thinking principles to translate complex data requirements into intuitive user interfaces

Required Skillset

• 3-4 years experience in frontend web development with focus on data visualization
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS for custom visualization development
• Hands‑on experience with Plotly, D3.js, Vega, SVG or similar visualization libraries
• UX/UI design skills specifically for data-driven applications, including wireframing and prototyping
• Knowledge of responsive design principles, color theory, typography, and visual hierarchy in data visualization
• Understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG) for inclusive design
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

Good to Have

• 3-4 years experience with BI tooling (Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, or similar enterprise BI platforms)
• Python skills for data analysis and custom visualization development
• SQL knowledge for understanding data sources and requirements
• Experience with data storytelling and presentation techniques
• Knowledge of data warehouse concepts and ETL processes
• Understanding of data modeling concepts and how they translate to frontend presentation
• Understanding of Generative AI
• Experience with design tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite)

What are we all about?

The Access Group is one of the largest UK-headquartered business management software providers. It provides solutions that empower more than 160,000 small and mid‑sized organisations in commercial and non‑profit sectors across Europe, USA and APAC, giving every employee the freedom to do more of what's important. Its innovative cloud solutions and integrated AI software experience across multiple Access products transform how business technology is used. Access employs approx. 8,500 people, continuously driving product innovation and customer service excellence.

At Access, we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. If you're excited about this role, (even if your previous experience doesn't align perfectly), you might just be the perfect fit for us! We wholeheartedly believe in equality for all and the transformative power of diversity.

Why not join our vibrant team where you can love what you do, love how you live, and most importantly, be authentically you? Let's make a difference together.

Love Work. Love Life. Be You.