Frontend Developer at Myrtle Management Consultants

Job Description

This position is ideal for a frontend developer who is passionate about creating intuitive, high-performance, and visually engaging user interfaces. You will be responsible for developing and optimizing frontend applications that enhance user experience and efficiency. Sometimes, you will be designing brand-new UI components, while at other times, you may be refactoring existing functionality for better performance and maintainability—all with a focus on delivering exceptional experiences for users.

This role is suited for a self-motivated individual with strong expertise in frontend technologies, including modern JavaScript frameworks, HTML, CSS, and responsive design. You will play a key role in ensuring seamless collaboration between design and development teams to produce high-quality, scalable applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain dynamic, user-friendly web applications with modern frontend technologies.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to transform wireframes and mockups into high-quality, functional user interfaces.
• Work closely with backend developers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless data flow between frontend and backend systems.
• Optimize web applications for performance, responsiveness, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure best practices in frontend development, including accessibility and security considerations.
• Lead hands-on development efforts, including proof-of-concepts (POCs), design, documentation, testing, and implementation of new features.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends, and proactively suggest improvements.
• Mentor junior developers, providing technical guidance and support to help them grow their skills.
• Troubleshoot and debug frontend issues, ensuring smooth functionality and user experience.
• Effectively communicate project status, risks, and potential roadblocks with stakeholders, including product managers, designers, and backend engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field with 5 years of Software Development Experience or a Master's degree with 2 years of Software Development Experience.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3, and modern frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Experience with state management libraries (Redux, Vuex, or similar).
• Strong understanding of responsive and mobile-first design principles.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling (AJAX, Fetch, or Axios).
• Knowledge of version control systems such as Git.
• Experience with frontend build tools and preprocessors (Webpack, Babel, SASS, etc.).
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following industry best practices.
• Understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to address them.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to teamwork.