Job summary
An exciting opportunity for a Senior Web Developer to join our team based in Scarbrough
Key skills required for this role
web development, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, SQL
Important
web development, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, SQL
Job description
Location: Scarborough (On-site)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Salary: Competitive (Based on Experience)
Take the Lead in Transforming the Online Shopping Experience for a Global Audience
A growing eCommerce retailer is looking for a talented and driven Lead Front End Developer to head up its front end development and UX operations. This role is ideal for someone who's ready to lead a skilled team, influence digital direction, and take ownership of customer-facing websites and apps used across the world.
As Lead Front End Developer, you'll report to the Head of Development and work closely with UX designers and testing platforms to drive enhancements across web and app interfaces - ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead, mentor and grow a small team of front end developers and UX specialists.
2. Take ownership of the front end roadmap and daily development tasks.
3. Ensure timely and well-tested feature releases, maintaining a strong version history.
4. Collaborate with UX design and testing platforms to roll out new features and improvements.
5. Embed best practices in front end development and eCommerce UX design.
6. Focus on continuous improvement, always aiming to enhance the customer journey.
Technologies You'll Work With:
Experience in some of the following is expected:
7. Essential: Proficient in at least two of the following - HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, SQL.
8. Nice to have: Familiarity with Vue.js, Nuxt.js, Node.js, Angular2, TypeScript, RESTful APIs.
What You'll Bring:
9. A strong eye for design and attention to detail, with a user-first mindset.
10. Experience in a front end development role, ideally within eCommerce or retail.
11. A collaborative leadership style with the ability to bring out the best in your team.
12. Self-motivation and solid organisational skills - you can manage your own time effectively.
13. Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
14. Confidence in sharing a portfolio or examples of your previous front end work.
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