Hirenza
Frontend Developer
HirenzaGermany1 day ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyInformation Technology
About The Company

Hygi.de GmbH & Co. KG is a leading online retailer specializing in medical supplies, hygiene, and cleaning products in Germany. Since its inception in 2003, the company has continuously expanded its product range to serve over 3.2 million customers with the largest assortment in the industry, comprising more than 140,000 items. Hygi.de prides itself on its innovative digital processes, short decision-making pathways, and an open corporate culture that fosters responsibility and creativity among its employees. Headquartered in Telgte near Münster, the company employs more than 300 dedicated professionals across various departments including E-Commerce, procurement, finance, IT, logistics, marketing, HR, product management, and customer service. Hygi.de aims to shape the future of online retail in the healthcare and hygiene sectors by leveraging modern technology and a customer-centric approach.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Frontend Developer to join our dynamic Webshop Development team. In this role, you will be instrumental in advancing the technical development of the hygi.de web shop within the existing system architecture. Your expertise will contribute to the implementation of modern architectural approaches such as API-first, headless models, and cloud-native frontend architectures, which are gradually integrated into our platform. You will develop reusable components, optimize user interfaces for performance and accessibility, and ensure seamless integration with backend APIs. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence the long-term strategy of our digital presence, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance functionality, user experience, and technical performance.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical proficiency and a passion for frontend development, with the following qualifications:

  • Excellent knowledge of HTML, CSS (including CSS3 and SCSS), and JavaScript frameworks such as Vue.js or React, with experience in modern component-based frameworks.
  • Deep understanding of component-oriented architecture, emphasizing reusability and separation of concerns.
  • Proficiency in performance optimization techniques and a solid understanding of Core Web Vitals.
  • Hands-on experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
  • Familiarity with modern frontend build tools and workflows such as Webpack, Vite, or Encore, along with dependency management via npm, yarn, or pnpm.
  • Strong grasp of responsive web design principles and cross-browser compatibility.
  • Basic knowledge of technical SEO best practices.
  • Understanding of accessibility standards, particularly WCAG 2.2.
  • Experience working with RESTful and GraphQL APIs.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Frontend Developer, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Designing, developing, and maintaining modern, reusable frontend components that enhance the user experience.
  • Implementing responsive, performant, and accessible user interfaces aligned with design specifications.
  • Integrating frontend applications with backend APIs and ensuring smooth data flow and system interoperability.
  • Conducting code reviews, maintaining thorough documentation, and adhering to high-quality coding standards to ensure maintainability and scalability.
  • Analyzing performance metrics and user feedback to optimize usability, loading times, and overall technical SEO.
  • Collaborating with UX/UI designers, backend developers, and product managers to deliver cohesive and innovative solutions.
  • Staying updated with emerging frontend technologies and architectural trends, and advocating for best practices within the team.

Benefits

Hygi.de offers an attractive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being, including:

  • Secure employment in a rapidly growing company with stability and future prospects.
  • Competitive salary complemented by additional benefits such as pension contributions.
  • Generous vacation entitlement of 30 days per year.
  • Flexible working hours with options for remote work to promote work-life balance.
  • Comprehensive training programs and opportunities for ongoing professional development.
  • Employee discounts on a wide range of products.
  • Modern, ergonomically equipped workspaces fostering productivity and comfort.
  • Job bike leasing program supporting sustainable mobility.
  • Regular team-building events, summer festivals, and holiday celebrations to strengthen team cohesion.
  • Complimentary beverages, fresh fruit, and snacks to keep you energized throughout the day.

Equal Opportunity

Hygi.de GmbH & Co. KG is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome applicants regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. Our hiring process is based solely on qualifications and merit, and we strive to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates. We believe that diverse teams foster innovation and creativity, and we are dedicated to supporting an inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

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