Frontend Developer

Job Description

Digitalent is proud to partner with a leading innovative automotive company in search for a highly motivated and proactive frontend developer, who can hit the ground running, and join our clients well-established development team. 

We're looking for passionate tech enthusiasts with a strong desire to learn and succeed. The team structure comprises of a remote team and you should be able to work independently, have keen attention to detail, and possess problem-solving and communication skills to tackle complex challenges. A collaborative mindset and an entrepreneurial spirit will fuel your success.

Automotive industry experience isn't required, but a genuine interest in it is a plus.

Our client offers ongoing training and development opportunities, as well as chances to take on more responsibility and develop expertise.

If you're an experienced developer ready to accelerate your career, a mid-level developer eager for your next challenge, or a junior developer with a passion for code and a proven portfolio, we want to hear from you!

Job Title: Frontend Developer

Responsibilities

As a key member of our team, you'll be responsible for:

1. Supercharging our complex automotive digital products, collaborating with a team of pros to deliver high-quality solutions
2. Crafting scalable functionality using a modular approach for websites and intranet systems
3. Decoding and writing requirement briefs, specifications, wireframes, and designs
4. Mentoring and teaming up with fellow developers
5. Helping shape our frontend solutions and processes

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong HTML and CSS (SASS/Compass is our chosen pre-compiler)
• Rock-solid JavaScript/ES6
• Good understanding of React or Angular
• Git/GitHub - version control
• Mobile and responsive web design
• Content Management Systems
• API's both third party & internal
• Debugging using tools like Chrome Developer Console

Nice-to-haves (but not deal-breakers):

• Experience managing large-scale projects (project management or team lead experience)
• Understanding of SMACSS/BEM
• Familiarity with agile/scrum methodologies
• Pair programming & code reviews
• Cross-browser compatibility issues and workarounds

Perks of Joining Our Team:

• Remote work, or the option to work from their office in Gateshead. 
• 25 days holiday (rising with length of service) plus bank holidays
• Online rewards platform with cashback and discounts for multiple retailers
• Preferential Service Rates
• Colleague Purchase Scheme
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Pension
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity