Frontend Developer

Mission description:

Excited to work on a project for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that our client plays a crucial role in this?

As part of our client, a European transmission system operator, our client ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side-by-side with other Contingent Workers and internal staff, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.

There’s something electric in the air with this this mission!

What makes this mission attractive?

• An interesting project at the reference within the energy sector: our client encourages innovation and collaboration. Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to demonstrate your skills and develop further your competences within this project.
• Focus on well-being at work: we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.
• A diverse team of co-workers: our client puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

Service description:

The product "Digital workplace - Communication" consists of several tools and applications to support various demands of departments and users within the client's Group.

In this product, a new initiative has started. It consists of migrating the corporate websites to SiteCore XM Cloud.

Requirements:

Must-have skills FRONT-END:

• Sitecore XM Cloud:
• Understanding of the XM Cloud architecture, including its SaaS nature, composable architecture, and deployment models.
• Experience working with Sitecore Pages and Experience Manager within the XM Cloud environment.
• Knowledge of XM Cloud's content delivery capabilities and integration with front-end frameworks like Next.js.
• Familiarity with developing and deploying applications on XM Cloud.
• Understanding of security and scalability considerations in XM Cloud.
• js & Sitecore JSS Integration:
• Proven experience building and deploying Next.js applications integrated with Sitecore XM Cloud using Sitecore JSS.
• Deep understanding of how to fetch and render Sitecore content within a Next.js application using JSS.
• Proficiency in implementing server-side rendering (SSR) and CSR (Client Side Rendering) with Next.js and JSS for optimal performance and SEO.
• Proficiency in implementing ISG
• Proficiency in implementing the preview functionality of Sitecore
• Knowledge of best practices for structuring and organizing Next.js projects that consume Sitecore content.
• Experience with deploying and scaling Next.js and Sitecore JSS applications.
• Micro-frontend Architecture:
• Familiarity with the concept of micro-frontends and their benefits.
• Experience with techniques for building and composing micro-frontends (e.g., using module federation, single-spa).
• Understanding of how to integrate micro-frontends with Sitecore and Next.js.
• Knowledge of best practices for designing and implementing micro-frontend architectures.
• Front-end Development:
• Solid foundation in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, React, NextJS.
• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue, or Angular).
• Knowledge of responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.
• Accessibility:
• Strong understanding of web accessibility principles and guidelines (WCAG).
• Experience with semantic HTML for creating accessible content structures.
• Knowledge of ARIA attributes for enhancing accessibility for interactive elements.
• Ability to ensure keyboard navigation and screen reader compatibility.
• Experience with accessibility testing tools and techniques.
• Understanding of accessibility considerations for different disabilities (visual, auditory, cognitive, motor).
• Version Control:
• Proficiency with Git for source code management.
• Docker/Containers:
• Understanding of containerization concepts and benefits.
• Experience with Docker for building, deploying, and managing containerized applications.
• Knowledge of Docker Compose for orchestrating multi-container applications.
• Familiarity with container registries (e.g., Docker Hub).
• You are able to speak, read and write fluently English and French or Dutch.

Nice-to-have skills:

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• Experience with Sitecore Experience Accelerator (SXA).
• Knowledge of Sitecore Content Hub and Sitecore Experience Platform (XP).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools for Sitecore deployments.
• Experience with cloud platforms like Azure or AWS for hosting Sitecore solutions.
• Understanding of Sitecore search and indexing.
• Experience with testing frameworks for Sitecore and Next.js applications.
• Experience migrating existing Sitecore solutions to XM Cloud.
• Knowledge of Sitecore Connect for XM Cloud and its integration with other services.
• Familiarity with performance optimization techniques for XM Cloud solutions.
• Familiarity with accessibility best practices for specific frameworks and libraries (e.g., React, Next.js).
• Experience with implementing accessible design patterns.
• Knowledge of international accessibility standards and regulations.
• Experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration.
• Knowledge of advanced CDN features like edge computing and security

General requirements:

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• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for learning new technologies and staying up to date with industry trends

Additional information:

• Location: Primary location is Brussels
• Telework is possible but due to the nature of our environment (secure networks), onsite presence will be required at least partially.

Important: for non-EU candidates, please present candidates who comply with the following criteria:

• Possess a work permit allowing the individual to work in Belgium.
• Hold a valid residence permit confirming the right of residence in Belgium.