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Senior Front-End Developer

Posted 5 Days Ago
Remote
Hiring Remotely in GBR
Senior level
Remote
Hiring Remotely in GBR
Senior level
Build a scalable, component-based design system from Figma designs, creating reusable, accessible, mobile-first UI components for multi-site consistency. Ensure cross-browser compatibility, performance optimization, WCAG compliance, documentation for Umbraco CMS handover, and collaborate within Agile teams.
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About the Role

A UK-based company is seeking an experienced Senior Front-End Developer to help build a scalable, component-based design system based on Figma designs. You will play a key role in translating UX/UI concepts into reusable, production-ready code that will be integrated into the Umbraco CMS by back-end developers.

This is a remote position based in the UK, working closely with cross-functional teams, including UI/UX designers and back-end developers. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of front-end technologies and a passion for clean, maintainable code.


Responsibilities
  • Translate Figma designs into responsive, accessible front-end components

  • Build modular, reusable UI components based on atomic design principles

  • Ensure pixel-perfect, mobile-first implementation with cross-browser compatibility

  • Develop a component-based design system that supports multi-site/brand consistency

  • Work closely with UI/UX designers to implement Figma prototypes faithfully

  • Write clear documentation and usage guidelines for handover to the Umbraco CMS team

  • Maintain front-end performance through best practices like lazy loading and code splitting

  • Ensure compliance with WCAG accessibility standards, including ARIA roles and keyboard navigation

  • Participate in Agile/Scrum workflows and collaborate via version control systems



Requirements
1. Core Technical Skills

a) Front-End Development

  • Strong expertise in HTML5, CSS3 (SCSS/SASS), and modern JavaScript (ES6+)

  • Experience with TypeScript for scalable component development

  • Proficiency in React, Vue.js, or Angular (React preferred)

  • Understanding of Razor views and integration with Umbraco CMS

b) Design System & Component Libraries

  • Experience building reusable UI components using Storybook or similar tools

  • Knowledge of atomic design principles

  • Ability to work with design tokens, theming, and style guides

c) Styling & Layout

  • Expertise in responsive, mobile-first design using Flexbox and CSS Grid

  • Knowledge of CSS architecture methodologies (BEM, ITCSS, Tailwind)

  • Strong focus on pixel-perfect implementation

d) Tooling & Workflow

  • Familiar with build tools like Webpack, Vite, or Gulp

  • Experience with Git and repositories (GitHub, Bitbucket, Beanstalk)

  • Familiarity with npm, Yarn, or pnpm

  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and best practices for handover

2. Accessibility & Performance
  • Solid understanding of WCAG and semantic HTML

  • Experience building SEO-friendly front-end architecture

  • Skills in performance optimization, including asset optimization

3. Collaboration Skills
  • Effective collaboration with UI/UX teams to bring Figma prototypes to life

  • Clear and concise documentation skills

  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Nice-to-Haves
  • Familiarity with Umbraco CMS front-end integration

  • Experience with headless CMS setups (e.g., Umbraco Heartcore)

  • Knowledge of testing frameworks: Jest, Cypress, or Playwright

  • Experience with internationalization (i18n) in front-end builds

Soft Skills
  • Strong eye for detail and passion for clean, maintainable code

  • Ability to anticipate back-end integration needs

  • Clear communication across design, development, and stakeholder teams



Benefits
  • Fully remote role ( Hourly Based) 

  • Opportunity to build a scalable design system from the ground up

  • Collaborative team with strong design and development culture

  • Exposure to modern tech stacks and CMS platforms (e.g., Umbraco, React)

  • Work with a forward-thinking UK-based company in the employer marketing space



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