Front End UI Developer

Job Description

Virtusa is seeking a creative and detail-oriented front-end UI Engineer with a strong focus on crafting engaging user interfaces and implementing sophisticated animations. You will be instrumental in bringing our digital experiences to life, leveraging your expertise in modern front-end technologies, particularly React and Next.js, and your passion for animation using GSAP (GreenSock Animation Platform). Experience integrating with Content Management Systems (CMS), especially Sitecore, is a significant plus. We encourage you to apply if you have 2-3 years of experience building interactive and visually compelling web applications and a knack for creating smooth, performant animations. Responsibilities Develop and implement visually rich and highly interactive user interfaces using React and Next.js. Create complex and performant animations and transitions using GSAP (GreenSock Animation Platform) to enhance user engagement and visual appeal. Translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into pixel-perfect, responsive, and accessible web components. Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards. Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers to ensure the feasibility and optimal implementation of design concepts, particularly animation specifications. Integrate front-end applications with back-end APIs and services. Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and knowledge sharing. Identify and troubleshoot front-end performance bottlenecks, especially related to animations, and implement solutions. Stay up to date with the latest front-end technologies, animation techniques, and best practices. Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and tools. (Preferred) Integrate front-end components and animated elements with the Sitecore CMS. (Preferred) Work with Sitecore Layout Service and JSS (JavaScript Services) in conjunction with dynamic UI elements and animations. (Preferred) Understand how to implement animations within a modular and scalable Sitecore environment. Participate in agile development methodologies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Design, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. 2-3 years of professional experience in front-end development, with a strong emphasis on UI implementation and animation. Strong proficiency in React and Next.js. Expert knowledge of GSAP (GreenSock Animation Platform) and its ecosystem for creating complex web animations. Solid understanding of HTML, CSS (including preprocessors like Sass or Less), and JavaScript (ES6+). Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Zustand, Context API). Familiarity with testing frameworks relevant to UI components (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library). Experience with RESTful APIs and asynchronous programming. Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git). Strong portfolio showcasing UI development skills and impressive GSAP animations. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills, particularly in discussing animation implementation details. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Bonus Points Experience with Sitecore CMS, including template development, rendering, and content management in the context of dynamic UI. Experience with Sitecore JSS for headless implementations and integrating animated components. Understanding of Sitecore Helix architecture principles and how to implement UI within this framework. Experience with other animation libraries or techniques (e.g., CSS animations, SVG animation). Familiarity with performance optimization techniques for web animations. Knowledge of accessibility best practices (WCAG) in the context of dynamic UI elements. Experience with UI/UX design tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch). Show more Show less