Senior Frontend Engineer – Shipment (f/m/d)

About Us

What if your work could drive change in a globally established industry, shaping processes that touch every corner of the world? At Forto, we are at the forefront of change, harnessing the power of AI to revolutionise logistics. We want to reinvent digital supply chains to be transparent, frictionless and sustainable. From day one, our mission has been to simplify global trade – creating a seamless and efficient logistics process.

About The Role

As a Senior Frontend Engineer (f/m/d) with the Shipment team at Forto, you’ll join an innovative engineering group focused on developing software, systems, and processes to boost our productivity in creating web applications. You’ll collaborate within a small yet influential team of platform engineers, who work on constructing reusable solutions in the form of libraries, to offer architectural recommendations, tooling, and deployment systems. Additionally, you’ll closely collaborate with designers and contribute to building a robust design system.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain internal libraries and developer tools that enhance our product development speed and efficiency
• Actively collaborate with web product teams, understanding stakeholder needs to devise long-lasting solutions
• Offer expert advice on product architecture, including language practices, library selection, and overall design, spreading this knowledge throughout the engineering team
• Lead the adoption of engineering best practices, promoting standards through various channels such as tech talks, code reviews, and mentorship programs
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues across multiple systems, designing comprehensive end-to-end solutions
• Uphold a user-centric approach, prioritizing the needs of both internal and external users in all developments
• Coordinate effectively across different engineering teams, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration
• Independently manage projects, from conception to completion, estimating realistic timelines and proactively filling knowledge gaps through continuous learning
  
  

Required Skills And Experience

• Experience in frontend web technologies, demonstrating proficiency and a deep understanding of the frontend ecosystem across various product teams
• Critical thinking skills, with the ability to anticipate potential problems and plan for different stages of solution lifecycles
• Excellent communication skills, with an emphasis on engaging the right stakeholders, balancing diverse needs, and collaborating across engineering teams
• A strong sense of motivation and commitment to long-term goals, paired with an eagerness for ongoing personal and professional development
• Experience in Agile development practices and ability to adapt quickly to changing requirements
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
  
  

Don’t fit all of our criteria? That’s okay! We know that you might be hesitant to apply if you don’t meet all our requirements, but here at Forto, we pride ourselves on embracing diverse perspectives and celebrating potential. If you are passionate about this position and the Forto values, please apply anyway. There could be a place for you in this role – or another one that’s a perfect fit!

Why work with us?

Our team is hard-working, constantly seeking to maximise the impact of their work, but we put our people first, always winning with care. We value efficient systems and swift, direct communication. We want everyone to have their time to speak, so that we can embrace diverse perspectives to help drive towards solutions always.