React JS Developer

Virtusa; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtusa Corporation is seeking a skilled Frontend Developer to design and implement responsive web interfaces using React.js in Jersey City. You will transform UI/UX designs into high-quality code and build scalable components that integrate with REST APIs or GraphQL services.

The role emphasizes performance optimization, documentation, and collaboration with design, backend, and QA teams. A strong foundation in modern JavaScript, frontend tooling, and debugging is essential.

Qualifications

• Proficient in JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with React.js, hooks and lifecycle.
• State management with Redux/Context API.
• Knowledge of HTML5, CSS3 and responsive design.
• Familiarity with REST APIs and asynchronous programming.
• Experience with Git/version control systems.
• Understanding frontend build tools (Webpack, Babel, Vite).
• Strong problem solving and debugging skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive web applications using React.js.
• Translate UI/UX designs into high-quality, reusable code.
• Build modular and scalable front-end components.
• Integrate front-end components with RESTful APIs or GraphQL services.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and performance.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Perform code reviews and ensure best practices.
• Debug and resolve technical issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, backend, QA).

Skills

JavaScript

React.js

Hooks

Redux/Context API

HTML5/CSS3

REST APIs

Git

Webpack/Babel/Vite

Debugging

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Equivalent experience

Tools

Webpack

Babel

Vite

Jest

React Testing Library

CI/CD pipelines

Git

Job description

Job Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive web applications using React.js
• Translate UI/UX designs into high-quality, reusable code
• Build modular and scalable front-end components
• Integrate front-end components with RESTful APIs or GraphQL services
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and performance
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Perform code reviews and ensure best practices
• Debug and resolve technical issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, backend, QA)

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+)
• Hands‑on experience with React.js, hooks, and component lifecycle
• Experience with state management (Redux / Context API)
• Knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design
• Familiarity with REST APIs and asynchronous programming
• Experience with Git/version control systems
• Understanding of frontend build tools (Webpack, Babel, Vite, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with TypeScript
• Familiarity with Next.js or other React frameworks
• Experience with testing frameworks (Jest, React Testing Library)
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines
• Understanding of UI frameworks (Material UI, Ant Design, Tailwind)
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of frontend development experience (adjustable based on role level)

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Proactive and self‑motivated mindset

Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Knowledge of micro‑frontend architecture
• Performance optimization experience

Work Experience

10-15Years