Senior Frontend Engineer - Javascript

Job Description

We are looking for a Front-End Engineer who is passionate about building modern, high-performance web applications. The ideal candidate has a strong command of JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and a deep understanding of front-end development principles. You will collaborate closely with designers, backend engineers, and product managers to create seamless user experiences and highly interactive web applications.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love working with the latest web technologies, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

 Responsibilities:

• Web Development:
• Develop, maintain, and optimize responsive and interactive web applications.
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness.
• Implement modern UI/UX best practices for an intuitive user experience.
• JavaScript & Front-End Frameworks:
• Develop interactive and dynamic web components using JavaScript (ES6+).
• Work with front-end frameworks/libraries (React.js, Vue.js, or Angular).
• Optimize JavaScript code for performance and scalability.
• HTML & CSS Development:
• Write clean, semantic HTML and ensure proper accessibility (ARIA) implementation.
• Use modern CSS techniques (Flexbox, Grid, Animations, Transitions) for styling.
• Work with preprocessors (SASS, LESS) to maintain scalable and modular stylesheets.
• API Integration & State Management:
• Fetch and display data using RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
• Implement efficient state management (Redux, Vuex, or Context API).
• Performance & Optimization:
• Optimize front-end performance through lazy loading, code splitting, caching, and asset optimization.
• Improve page speed and reduce load times.
• Version Control & Collaboration:
• Use Git for version control and collaborate on code via GitHub/GitLab.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality.

Requirements

• Strong experience with JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• Hands-on experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue, or Angular).
• Proficiency in CSS frameworks (Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, Material UI).
• Experience integrating APIs (RESTful, GraphQL) into front-end applications.
• Knowledge of performance optimization techniques for web applications.
• Understanding of cross-browser compatibility and responsive design.
• Familiarity with Git and version control workflows.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Currently living in Latin America.
• Excellent English communication skills

Nice to have:

• Experience with TypeScript.
• Familiarity with server-side rendering (Next.js, Nuxt.js).
• Knowledge of Progressive Web Apps (PWAs).
• Experience with Webpack, Vite, or other build tools.
• Basic understanding of backend technologies (Node.js, Express, or Firebase).

Our Recruitment Process

• Video Interview
• 20-minute take-home skills test
• 30-minute Call with the Recruiter (project, benefits, etc.)
• Interviews directly with the client (depending on the project the # of interviews may vary, this may include an assessment)
• Final Offer

Benefits

• Work remotely Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week (no weekends)
• Vacation: 10 business days a year
• Holidays: 5 National Holidays a year
• Company Holidays: 5 Company Holidays a year (Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Zipdev Day)
• Parental Leave
• Health Care Reimbursement
• Active Lifestyle Reimbursement
• Quarterly Home Office Reimbursement
• Payroll Deduction Purchase Plans
• Longevity Bonus
• Continuous Learning Bonus
• Access to Training and Professional Development Platforms
• Did we mention it's REMOTE?!!

One of our core values at Zipdev is "Be authentic." that's why we encourage you to answer the application form in your own words; we are interested in getting to know you, not a digital assistant.

Wondering how our remote environment or our payment method work? We've put together some helpful answers in our FAQs at the bottom our our career site. Take a look and let us know if you have any other questions!