Senior Frontend Engineer (UI)

Rockstar; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company is seeking a Front-End Developer to create accessible web applications using React. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in web development, strong skills in accessible design, and the ability to work collaboratively with teams across different regions. This role offers the chance to contribute to innovative gaming experiences and work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• A degree in computer science or 5+ years of experience in professional web development.
• 5 years of experience using React.

Responsibilities

• Development of accessible front-end components and applications utilizing React.
• Interpreting and translating reference designs into scalable and polished web content.
• Develop comprehensive test suites.
• Web performance optimization.
• Collaboration with other technology teams.

Skills

Accessible web development

React

CSS

Automated testing

Communication skills

Git

Mobile development

Agile processes

Software development best practices

Web technologies

Education

Degree in computer science

5+ years of web development experience

Job description

WHAT WE DO

• We create connected experiences that are found across our game franchises.
• We architect and maintain high-impact features to support the development of the Rockstar community and websites.
• We create innovative in-game experiences, including user-generated content.
• We build services and tools that support our consumer-facing experiences and our internal business needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Development of accessible front-end components and applications utilizing React.
• Interpreting and translating reference designs and specs into scalable and polished interactive web content for large audiences.
• Develop comprehensive test suites.
• Web performance optimization.
• Collaboration with other Rockstar technology teams across our worldwide studios.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A degree in computer science or 5+ years of experience in professional web development.
• 5 years of experience using React.

SKILLS

• Expert in accessible web development with experience in React and CSS.
• Great communication skills as a core member of an internationally based team.
• Experience with automated testing.
• Experience with shared code and source control, preferably Git.
• Experience authoring for mobile devices.
• Knowledge of Agile software development processes.
• Application of software development best practices.
• Passion for web technologies and a desire to remain up to date with the latest technologies.

PLUSES

Note: These are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Experience working on high-traffic, responsive websites and applications.
• Experience employing modern web technologies like WebGL and Canvas.
• Knowledge of modern media optimization and compression techniques, particularly delivering quality video content to mobile devices.
• Knowledge of Rockstar’s game titles and passion for playing video games.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring, promoting, and compensating employees based on their qualifications and demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities.

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department. For those based in Toronto, Rockstar will provide accommodations to job applicants and employees as long as such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship on Rockstar, and consistent with its obligations under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.