Jobs in Netherlands

Fairphone is more than just a company - we are a global leader in sustainable, modular electronics, on a mission to change the electronics industry from the inside out. Built on strong social and environmental values, we are a diverse and inclusive team from all walks of life creating market consumer electronics that make a real impact.

At Fairphone, you will find a supportive and safe space where everyone can be themselves, collaborate openly, and have the freedom to learn and grow - because that’s how we innovate and drive change together!

So… are you a proactive, self-motivated team player who loves taking initiative and bringing positive energy? Do you thrive in a fast-moving start-up or scale-up environment? Are you a great communicator who values collaboration and embraces different perspectives? And most importantly, do you feel a strong connection to Fairphone’s mission and values? If you are nodding along and thinking, “Yes, that’s me!”, then check out our vacancy below!

Please know that we acknowledge that we are living in a time where the use of AI can bring many efficiencies and support. However, we want to know the real YOU. Please try to limit the use of AI tools to generate answers to the application; we value authenticity and encourage you to use your creativity!

• Location: Amsterdam (you must be registered in the Netherlands and eligible to work here)
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Start: ASAP
• Deadline to apply: We review applications on a rolling basis. Please apply as soon as possible.

As a Mid/Senior Front-End Developer at Fairphone, you will be an integral part of our dynamic E-commerce team, directly impacting our online presence and customer journey. Your primary focus will be on the continuous improvement and optimization of our Odoo-based website. You will work closely with our CRO (Conversion Rate Optimization) Specialist, enabling them to rapidly test and iterate on new ideas through the implementation of A/B tests and other experimental features. This role is crucial for driving our online sales by delivering a seamless, user-friendly, and high-converting experience.

You'll be an integral part of our Webshop team, operating within an agile Scrum framework. This team includes a dedicated Product Owner and a mix of Frontend and Backend developers. Collaboration is key; you'll partner closely with UX designers and quality controllers within the team, and extend that collaboration to other development teams and essential stakeholders like marketeers.

A successful candidate in this role is someone who is not only technically proficient but also highly collaborative, possesses a strong problem-solving mindset, and is eager to contribute to a data-driven development process. Your ability to translate design mockups and CRO hypotheses into functional, performant, and maintainable code will be key to your success and our collective impact.

Your key responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and optimize front-end features for our Odoo-based webshop and website, ensuring high performance, responsiveness, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Work in close collaboration with the Product Owner and CRO Specialist to implement A/B tests, multivariate tests, and other experimental features to validate hypotheses and drive conversion improvements.
• Translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into high-quality, reusable front-end code, paying close attention to detail and user experience.
• Optimize website performance for speed and scalability, addressing issues related to load times, rendering, and asset delivery.
• Implement and maintain SEO best practices on the front-end to improve organic search visibility.
• Participate actively in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring code quality and adherence to established standards.
• Troubleshoot and debug front-end issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate front-end components with server-side logic and APIs.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest front-end technologies, trends, and best practices, and proactively suggest improvements.

Key objectives:

• To significantly improve the conversion rate of our webshop by enabling rapid experimentation and iteration.
• To ensure the highest standards of front-end performance, usability, and accessibility across all web properties.
• To establish robust and scalable front-end development practices within the team.
• To contribute to a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing.

• You have a minimum of 4+ years of professional experience in front-end web development.
• You have some formal training in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field (e.g., Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent vocational training/certifications).
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript is a must-have.
• Strong understanding of modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js, Angular) is highly preferred, even if direct Odoo framework experience is not present.
• Solid grasp of web markup, including HTML5 and CSS3 (Sass/Less).
• Demonstrable knowledge of SEO concepts and their front-end implementation.
• Understanding of MVC (Model-View-Controller) architectural patterns.
• Familiarity with Python, particularly in the context of web development or Odoo customization, is a plus but not mandatory.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Experience with Bloomreach/VWO or similar platform with AB testing capabilities is a plus.
• Preferably, you are familiar with working with macOS, Google Workspace, and Basecamp.

• The opportunity to create an impact on the electronics industry around the world.
• A diverse work environment full of international, passionate, warm-hearted team members.
• 25 paid holidays per year (based on a full-time contract) next to the other public holidays in the Netherlands. You’ll also get a day off on your birthday! Additionally, the longer you stay, the more holidays you get!
• Daily, healthy lunch, organic FairChain coffee, and many more tasty things.
• You will join Fairphone’s collective pension scheme, and we will contribute to building your pension.
• You will receive a MacBook, Fairbuds, and a Fairphone as working devices.
• Hybrid working model - We are remote-friendly, and you can work up to 60% of your time per month from home or any other location you want. We also contribute up to €250 for your home office set-up.
• Public transport allowance – we fully cover your 2nd class commute from your home to the office.
• Bike allowance – We support you with a bike purchase of up to €300, and you’ll also have a yearly repair budget of up to €100! We also cover 23 cents per km for your biking distance from home to the office (or train station) and back!
• Grow with us! We encourage you to develop at Fairphone. That\u2019s why we\'ll support your career goals with coaching (Inuka), trainings, workshops, or courses that you can join with your development budget.
• Kitchen with beautiful views to the IJ waterfront.
• There’s a gym and recreation and yoga rooms in the building where you can build healthy habits, stay active and have fun with your colleagues, as well as a subscription to our mental & physical well-being services (Inuka & Urban Sports)

DEI @Fairphone

At Fairphone, we care about people, planet and you. It’s natural that we see diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) as an essential part of how we work together and do business.

We support and further strengthen our inclusive work environment and culture by more formally implementing various DEI efforts to ensure all Fairphoners feel included, respected, and supported.