Senior UI Developer

What you will do

In this vital role you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining user interfaces for software applications and solutions that meet business needs. This role involves working closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to create high-quality, scalable software solutions.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Lead UI development for various components of our Web based Enterprise Sensing Capability.
• Take ownership of complex software projects from conception to deployment.
• Manage software delivery scope, risk, and timeline.
• Possess strong rapid prototyping skills and can quickly translate concepts into working code.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.
• Contribute to front-end development using cloud technology.
• Develop innovative solutions using generative AI technologies.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
• Create and maintain documentation on software architecture, design, deployment, disaster recovery, and operations.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges effectively.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in UI development.
• Work closely with the product team, business team, and other stakeholders.
• Design, develop, and implement user interfaces and modules, including custom reports, interfaces, and enhancements.
• Analyze and understand the functional and technical requirements of applications, solutions, and systems and translate them into software architecture and design specifications.
• Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and other testing strategies to ensure the quality of the software.
• Identify and resolve software bugs and performance issues.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and QA, to deliver high-quality software on time.
• Maintain detailed documentation of software designs, code, and development processes.
• Customize modules to meet specific business requirements.
• Work on integrating with other systems and platforms to ensure seamless data flow and functionality.
• Provide ongoing support and maintenance for applications, ensuring that they operate smoothly and efficiently.
• Develop intuitive and responsive user interfaces (UIs) that enable users to efficiently interact with multiple datasets, leveraging modern front-end frameworks and libraries.
• Collaborate with UX designers to translate design mockups and wireframes into interactive and visually appealing user interfaces.
• Implement UI animations and transitions to enhance the user experience and provide feedback to users.
• Optimize UI performance by identifying and addressing bottlenecks, ensuring smooth and fast interactions.
• Ensure accessibility standards are met, making the UI usable for people with disabilities.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (Daily Scrum/Refinement/Retro) to partner with the product owner and team to discuss, set, and deliver two-week developmental goals.
• Keep abreast of technology upgrades and advancements and provide recommendations to improve process efficiencies.

Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate Degree OR
• Masters degree with 4 - 6 years of experience in Computer Science, IT or related field OR
• Bachelors degree with 6 - 8 years of experience in Computer Science, IT or related field OR
• Diploma with 10 - 12 years of experience in Computer Science, IT or related field

Must-Have Skills:

• Strong knowledge of information systems and network technologies.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript (preferred), HTML/CSS.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and Scrum.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Experience with front-end frameworks such as React.js or Angular.js.
• Experience with responsive and adaptive design principles.
• Knowledge of UI/UX best practices and design patterns.
• Experience with UI testing frameworks such as Jest, Enzyme, or Cypress.
• Experience with modern front-end frameworks and libraries (e.g., React.js), expertise in building responsive UIs.

Preferred Qualifications:

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP) containerization technologies (e.g., Docker).
• Experience with monitoring logging tools (e.g., Prometheus).
• Experience with data processing tools like Hadoop or similar.
• Experience with UI performance optimization techniques.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards tools for testing accessibility.

Professional Certifications:

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP or MCSE (preferred).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical troubleshooting skills.
• Strong verbal written communication skills.

Shift Information:

This position requires you to work a later shift and may be assigned a second or third shift schedule. Candidates must be willing and able to work during evening or night shifts, as required based on business requirements.