Junior Frontend React/NextJS Developer

Junior Frontend React/NextJS Developer £35-£50k

About the candidate

We are seeking a proactive Junior Front-End Developer with experience in React.js, Next.js, Tailwind, and API handling with JSON data. This role offers a salary based on experience, reflecting the candidate's skills and contributions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical proficiency, strong task management skills, and a collaborative, professional attitude.

Location: For contractual reasons, it is essential that candidates are based in the North West of England, preferably the Manchester area. The role is fully remote, though occasional in-person meetings may be required around the Manchester area.

Key Responsibilities and Expectations

1. Technical Proficiency

• Strong Fundamentals: Demonstrated understanding of the React.js, Next.js, and Tailwind stack, with the initiative to consult documentation and explore solutions independently.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to tackle development challenges with minimal supervision, including recognising when to ask for support to maintain productivity.
• Attention to Modern Design Standards: A solid grasp of current web design trends, ensuring output meets established visual and functional standards.
• GitHub Proficiency: Skilled in using GitHub for version control, including best practices for committing, branching, and pull requests to support collaborative work.
• AWS Awareness: Foundational knowledge of AWS services relevant to front-end development, with an openness to expand AWS skills where necessary.
• Continuous Learning: Willingness to research new tools and technologies and to share findings with the team to support growth and innovation.

2. Task and Project Management

• Jira Proficiency: Regular updates on Jira tickets, ensuring each task stage is accurately documented, along with realistic time estimates to support effective project planning.
• Time Management and Accountability: Accurate assessment of task timeframes, with an emphasis on maintaining deadlines and overall project consistency.

3. Communication and Professional Conduct

• Clear Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, with regular updates through designated channels (e.g., Slack, email), seeking clarification proactively for any task ambiguities.
• Team Collaboration: An ability to work harmoniously within a team environment, respecting established workflows, and contributing positively to team dynamics.
• Constructive Feedback Handling: Professional and receptive approach to feedback, with a focus on making adjustments based on input from team members.
• Daily Progress Reports: Ability to summarise end-of-day progress, ensuring transparency and coordination with the team.

Interview Process

The interview process will consist of two steps:

1. Overview Call: A general introductory call to discuss the role and your experience.
2. Showcase Interview: A more technical, in-depth session where you will be expected to showcase examples of your work, focusing on relevant technical skills.

References: References will be mandatory for the successful applicant.