Remote Senior Express/ReactJS Developer

Description:

• The Senior Express/ReactJS Developer will be part of the Checkout team responsible for the main payment service, allowing customers to checkout using various shipping and payment methods.
• The service is built using React on the frontend and Express on the backend, focusing on hiring someone with strong backend experience in Node/Express JS and working with REST APIs.
• Responsibilities include designing and implementing new features, ensuring code quality, troubleshooting and resolving bugs, and collaborating with cross-functional team members.
• The role involves mentoring junior team members, participating in code reviews, and contributing to the continuous improvement of development processes and standards.

Requirements:

• Extensive React / Express JS Development Experience: Demonstrated experience in building and deploying complex web applications using Express JS / ReactJS.
• Strong JavaScript/TypeScript Skills: Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, including ES6+ syntax, asynchronous programming, and familiarity with popular JavaScript libraries and frameworks.
• Web Development Expertise: In-depth knowledge of web development principles, including responsive design and performance optimization.
• Cross-Platform Development: Experience with cross-platform development approaches, optimizing for performance and user experience across different devices.
• UI/UX Design: Understanding of UI/UX design principles and best practices to create visually appealing interfaces.
• API Integration: Experience in integrating RESTful APIs into web applications, handling data fetching, caching, and error handling.
• Testing and Debugging: Proficiency in writing unit tests, end-to-end tests, and debugging techniques for code quality and application stability.
• Version Control: Familiarity with Git version control system and best practices for collaborating with other developers.
• Agile Methodologies: Experience working in agile development environments, participating in sprint planning and reviews.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to debug complex technical issues efficiently.
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Company share scheme
• Life Assurance
• Company Pension Scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Late start, early Friday finish
• Free parking
• Free gym membership and classes
• Employee assistance programme
• Reward Platform for tailored benefits
• Season Ticket Loans
• Discounts across brands
• Learning and development support
• Payday drinks and ad hoc events throughout the year