Front End Web Developer

Vertu Motors, Gateshead

Join Vertu Motors, one of the UK’s top automotive retailers, and drive innovation in our digital landscape. With over 190 dealerships under our Bristol Street Motors, Vertu Motors, and Macklin Motors brands, we are dedicated to creating exceptional digital experiences within the automotive industry.

We’re looking for a proactive and skilled frontend developer who not only excels with modern frameworks but, more importantly, has a strong foundation in core development principles. A deep understanding of the fundamentals is essential, ensuring you can adapt to any framework. Additionally, strong SEO best practices are a must. This role offers the flexibility to work remotely or from our head office in Gateshead.

Your Role

As a vital member of our team, you’ll:

• Enhance our complex digital automotive products, collaborating with a talented team to deliver top-tier solutions.
• Develop scalable and modular functionality with a strong focus on SEO for both websites and intranet systems.
• Interpret and create detailed requirement briefs, specifications, wireframes, and designs.
• Mentor and collaborate with fellow developers, contributing to the evolution of our frontend solutions and processes.
  
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years in frontend development.
• Expertise in HTML and CSS/SCSS.
• Proficient in JavaScript/ES6.
• Strong understanding of React or Angular, with experience using popular frontend libraries such as Redux/RxJS.
• Experience with Git/GitHub for version control.
• Knowledge of mobile and responsive web design principles.
• Familiarity with Content Management Systems.
• Proficiency in working with both third-party and internal APIs.
• Competence in debugging using tools like Chrome Developer Console.
• Solid understanding of SEO principles, including Web Core Vitals and site speed optimisation.
  
  
  

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience leading large-scale projects or managing teams.
• Understanding of SMACSS/BEM methodologies.
• Familiarity with agile/scrum frameworks.
• Experience with pair programming and conducting code reviews.
• Knowledge of cross-browser compatibility issues and solutions.
• Experience with unit and end-to-end testing tools such as Jest or Playwright.
  
  
  

Our Culture

At Vertu Technology, our mission is to revolutionise the automotive industry by simplifying complex problems. Our culture is built on these core values:

• ONE VERTU: Collaborate effectively to deliver outstanding results.
• ONE MEASURE: Seek to deeply understand the purpose and desired outcomes of your work.
• ONE PATH: Reflect on your work, aim for results, and embrace continuous self-improvement.
• ONE FOCUS: Identify the key priorities and address them with dedication.
• ONE APPROACH: Work autonomously within a clear framework, adapting as needed to follow “the Vertu Way.”
• ONE CULTURE: Bring high energy, embrace challenges, maintain a coachable mindset, and thrive across the software development lifecycle.
  
  
  

What We Offer

• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• The chance to take on more responsibility and advance your expertise.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued.
• An opportunity to shape the future of automotive digital experiences.
  
  
  

If you’re a passionate developer with a strong coding background and a proven portfolio, ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Automotive industry experience is a plus, but a genuine interest in the field is what truly matters.

Apply now and be part of a team that’s driving the digital transformation in the automotive world.