Frontend Engineer - React.js/TypeScript

Principal Accountabilities & Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy high-quality, scalable, and responsive frontend applications from conception to production.
• Utilize expert proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, React + Hooks, Redux, HTML5, and SASS/CSS to build intuitive and performant user interfaces.
• Collaborate extensively with product owners, backend engineers, UX/UI designers, and other stakeholders to facilitate the development of new features and applications, ensuring alignment and seamless integration.
• Leverage knowledge of UX/UI design principles to translate wireframes and mockups into functional user experiences.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within your specialism and actively participate in your Community of Practice, leading by example in coding standards and technical discussions.
• Help run your Community of Practice, encouraging broad participation and knowledge sharing amongst peers.
• Mentor and support more junior colleagues through various avenues, including pair programming, thorough code reviews, and providing constructive feedback.
• Actively help more junior colleagues plan their careers and progress within Allica, sharing insights and opportunities for growth.
• Apply expertise in modern frontend build tools such as Webpack and Babel.
• Implement robust testing strategies using Jest, Cypress, and React Testing Library to ensure application reliability and quality.
• Utilize Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration, with an interest in scaling applications using methodologies like Micro Frontends and Blue/Green Deployments.
• Work effectively within CI/CD pipelines and leverage modern DevOps tools to automate deployment processes.
• Adhere to Extreme Programming Practices (XP) in daily development.
• Demonstrate prior experience using OpenID Connect Protocol for secure authentication and authorization.
• Collaborate on API integrations to ensure secure and efficient data QUALIFICATIONS :
• Experience : 5+ years of professional experience in frontend development, with a strong focus on React.js.
• Core Frontend Technologies : Expert proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, React + Hooks, Redux, HTML5, and SASS/CSS.
• Backend Exposure : Experience with Node.js (for backend services/build tools) and a good understanding of backend integration points.
• Build & Test Tools : Experienced with Webpack, Babel, Jest, Cypress, and React Testing Library.
• Modern DevOps : Experienced with Docker and Kubernetes. Experienced with CI/CD and modern DevOps tools.
• Security : Prior experience using OpenID Connect Protocol.
• Software Methodologies : Strong understanding and practical application of Extreme Programming Practices (XP).
• Design Knowledge : Knowledge of UX/UI design principles.
• Problem-Solving : Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Communication : Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to mentor and SKILLS (GOOD TO HAVE) :
• Knowledge of MobX and Nx.
• Exposure to Azure DevOps Pipelines.
• Experience with scaling methodologies like Micro Frontends and Blue/Green Deployments.
• Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).