Front End Software Development Engineer

UTA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

UTA in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Software Development Engineer - Front End to design and maintain web applications using modern front-end technologies.

You will work with our design and development teams to create innovative and user-friendly web applications, with a focus on continuous testing, mobile experience, and cloud technologies. The role emphasizes building reusable components, optimizing performance, and integrating APIs and GraphQL.

Qualifications

• Experience with Netlify and cloud technologies such as AWS or Google Cloud Platform.
• Familiarity with web markup including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
• GraphQL is a plus.
• Mobile development experience with focus on responsive design and mobile optimization.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in React.js, Next.js, and Tailwind with strong frontend practices.
• Experience with Storybook, Cypress, and Jest ensuring high-quality code and efficient testing practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and maintain web applications using React.js/Next.js and Tailwind CSS.
• Collaborate with design and development teams to implement and maintain UI/UX designs.
• Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability for web and mobile.
• Work with back-end developers to integrate APIs and web services via RESTful APIs.
• Stay up to date with front-end trends, including GraphQL, cloud technologies, and mobile experience.
• Perform continuous testing with Storybook, Cypress, and Jest to ensure high-quality code.

Skills

React.js/Next.js

Tailwind CSS

RESTful APIs

GraphQL

Testing (Storybook/Cypress/Jest)

Mobile-first / responsive design

Cloud technologies (AWS/GCP)

Collaboration with design/dev teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Netlify

AWS

GCP

Storybook

Cypress

Jest

Job description

• UTA seeks an experienced Software Development Engineer - Front End who will be responsible for developing, designing, and maintaining web applications using the latest front-end technologies
• You will work closely with our design and development teams to create innovative and user-friendly web applications, with a focus on continuous testing, mobile experience, and cloud technologies
• Develop new user-facing features using React.js/Next.js and Tailwind CSS to create responsive and efficient web applications that are optimized for web and mobile
• Build reusable components and front-end libraries that can be utilized in future projects to streamline development and ensure consistent design
• Collaborate with the design and development teams to implement and maintain the website design, ensuring the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs
• Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability, ensuring the best possible user experience
• Work with back-end developers to integrate APIs and web services, utilizing RESTful APIs and other relevant technologies to build efficient and robust front-end applications
• Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in web development, with a focus on mobile experience, cloud technologies, and GraphQL
• Perform continuous testing, utilizing tools such as Storybook, Cypress, and Jest, to ensure high-quality code and efficient testing practices

• Experience with Netlify and cloud technologies, such as AWS or Google Cloud Platform
• Familiarity with web markup, including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
• Experience with GraphQL is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Mobile development experience, with a focus on responsive design and mobile optimization
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in React.js, Next.js, and Tailwind, with a deep understanding of front-end development best practices
• Experience with Storybook, Cypress, and Jest, ensuring high-quality code and efficient testing practices