Senior Frontend Engineer (React / GraphQL)

Luxoft; George Town; On-site; MYR 167,400 - 290,160; Full time

Job summary

Luxoft in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking an experienced Frontend Developer to design, develop, and maintain modern web applications using React. You will build reusable UI components, integrate with GraphQL backends, and collaborate with backend, product, and UX/UI teams.

You will optimize performance, contribute to CI/CD, and mentor junior engineers while applying best practices in HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of frontend development experience.
• Strong expertise in React.
• Hands-on experience with GraphQL.
• Strong JavaScript / TypeScript skills.
• Experience with state management solutions (Redux, Context API, Zustand, etc.).
• Experience consuming REST and GraphQL APIs.
• Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design.
• Experience with Git and Agile development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain modern web applications using React
• Develop reusable UI components and frontend architecture
• Integrate frontend applications with GraphQL APIs
• Collaborate closely with backend engineers, product owners, and UX/UI designers
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and user experience
• Participate in technical design discussions and code reviews
• Mentor junior team members and promote frontend best practices
• Contribute to CI/CD adoption and frontend quality standards

Skills

Frontend development

React

GraphQL

JavaScript/TypeScript

State management

REST/GraphQL APIs

HTML/CSS

Git & Agile

Job description

Project description

Development of a sales planning and data analytics solution for a premium German OEM operating in the Asia region. The project delivers intuitive user interfaces tailored for business stakeholders and integrates seamlessly with cloud-based backend and data platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain modern web applications using React
• Develop reusable UI components and frontend architecture
• Integrate frontend applications with GraphQL APIs
• Collaborate closely with backend engineers, product owners, and UX/UI designers
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and user experience
• Participate in technical design discussions and code reviews
• Mentor junior team members and promote frontend best practices
• Contribute to CI/CD adoption and frontend quality standards

SKILLS

Must have

• 5+ years of frontend development experience
• Strong expertise in React
• Hands-on experience with GraphQL
• Strong JavaScript / TypeScript skills
• Experience with state management solutions (Redux, Context API, Zustand, etc.)
• Experience consuming REST and GraphQL APIs
• Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design
• Experience with Git and Agile development methodologies

Nice to have

• Experience with Azure-hosted applications
• Knowledge of frontend testing frameworks (Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress)
• Experience with Material UI, Ant Design, or similar component libraries
• Experience building dashboards or analytical applications
• Understanding of UX/UI design principles