We are seeking a talented and motivated Mid-Level JavaScript/React.js Developer to join our growing development team. In this role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining modern, scalable front-end applications using JavaScript and React.js. You'll collaborate closely with UX/UI designers, backend developers, and product managers to deliver seamless user experiences.
Responsibilities
* Software Development & Standards: Develop and modify software to agreed standards with minimal supervision, applying development best practices and leveraging tooling to ensure high-quality, maintainable code.
* Testing & Documentation: Conduct thorough testing and debugging, document work including GUNIT test coverage, and participate in code reviews to ensure error-free and well-engineered solutions.
* Team Collaboration & Agile Delivery: Communicate effectively within the scrum team, attend daily stand-ups and internal meetings, and consistently deliver on user story commitments.
* Mentorship & Continuous Improvement: Support junior team members, contribute to the Development Community of Practice, and stay current with evolving technologies and practices.
* Customer & Regulatory Focus: Complete mandatory training, uphold fair customer outcomes, and challenge processes that don't align with customer-first principles.
* Hands-on experience in agile teams, developing enterprise-level applications.
* Strong proficiency in JavaScript and ReactJS, including core concepts like JSX, Virtual DOM, and component lifecycle. Experience with React workflows (e.g. Redux, Flux) and tools like Create React App is desirable.
* Familiarity with RESTful APIs, Java/JVM languages, and relational databases (SQL). Exposure to SOAP, JSON, XML, and object-oriented design is beneficial.
* Experience with GitHub for source control and a test-driven approach (TDD or BDD) is a strong advantage.
* Desirable exposure to Guidewire Insurance Suite or other digital insurance products is a plus.
Qualifications
* Experience working in agile teams and delivering enterprise-level front-end applications.
* Strong proficiency in JavaScript and ReactJS, including JSX, Virtual DOM, and component lifecycle.
* Familiarity with RESTful APIs, JSON/XML, and object-oriented design; exposure to SOAP is beneficial.
* Experience with GitHub and test-driven development (TDD/BDD).
* Desirable: exposure to Guidewire Insurance Suite or other digital insurance products.
Company & Benefits
We are a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. Over the past few years, we have invested in our data and tech capabilities, particularly within our CIO function. Our CIO team drives innovation and ensures our technology infrastructure supports our goals. We foster a 4Cs culture—collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement—and we value the contribution of our colleagues.
Salary - Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year). Flexible Working - We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach; please discuss details with your recruiter. Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus. Physical Wellbeing - We offer healthcare support through a healthcare cash plan. Financial Wellbeing - We provide life assurance, income protection, and pension contribution matching up to 10% in a comprehensive benefits package.
Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of gender, age, race, disability, ethnicity, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, or marital/family status. We conduct reference checks, including credit and criminal record checks. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, our team will provide support to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.
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