Frontend Engineer

About Zego

At Zego, we know that traditional motor insurance holds good drivers back. It’s too complicated, too expensive, and it doesn't take into account how well you actually drive.

That’s why, since 2016, we’ve been on a mission to change all of that. Our mission at Zego is to offer the lowest priced insurance for good drivers.

From van drivers and gig workers to everyday car drivers, our customers are our driving force — they’re at the heart of everything we do.

We’ve sold tens of millions of policies so far, and raised over $200 million in funding. And we’re only just getting started.

Purpose of the role

We are seeking a talented and experienced Mid-Level Front-End Engineer to join our amazing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in front-end development, specifically with Next.js, and a passion for building high-quality web applications.

What you will be doing:

• Develop and maintain web applications using Next.js.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
• Optimise applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team and personal learning.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.

What you need to be successful:

• 3-4 years of professional experience in front-end development.
• Strong proficiency in Next.js.
• Familiarity with server-side rendering (SSR) and static site generation (SSG).
• Proficient in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML, CSS, and related front-end technologies.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, MobX).
• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
• Understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Knowledge of modern build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines.

Nice to have

• Experience with other JavaScript frameworks/libraries (e.g., React, Vue.js).
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Knowledge of design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards and best practices.
• Experience with performance optimization techniques and tools (e.g., Lighthouse, WebPageTest).
• Knowledge of SEO best practices for front-end development.
• Experience with analytics tools (e.g., Amplitude, Google Analytics).
• Experience with localization and internationalisation of web applications.

What’s it like to work at Zego?

Joining Zego is a career-defining move. People go further here, reaching their full potential to achieve extraordinary things.

We’re spread throughout the UK and Europe, and united by our drive to get things done. We’re proud of our company and our culture – a friendly and inclusive space where we can lift each other up and celebrate our wins every day.

Together, we’re setting the bar higher, delivering exceptional work that makes a difference. Our people are the most important part of our story, and everyone here plays a role. There’s loads of room to learn and grow, and you’ll get the freedom to steer your career wherever you want.

You’ll work alongside a talented group who embrace each other's differences and aren’t afraid of a challenge. We recognise our achievements, learn from our mistakes, and help each other to be the best we can be. Together, we’re making insurance matter.

How we work

We believe that teams work better when they have time to collaborate and space to get things done. We call it Zego Hybrid.

Our hybrid way of working is unique. We don't mandate fixed office days. Instead, we foster a flexible approach that empowers every Zegon to perform at their best. We ask you to spend at least one day a week in our central London office. You have the flexibility to choose the day that works best for you and your team. We cover the costs for all company-wide events (3 per year), and also provide a separate hybrid contribution to help pay towards other travel costs. We think it’s a good mix of collaborative face time and flexible home-working, setting us up to achieve the right balance between work and life.

Benefits

We reward our people well. Join us and you’ll get a market-competitive salary, private medical insurance, company share options, generous holiday allowance, and a whole lot of wellbeing benefits. And that’s just for starters.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.