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Senior Frontend Developer (Hybrid)

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3 weeks ago
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InnoWave is looking for a dynamic and agile Senior Front-end Developer with experience in testing to join our team. This is a hybrid position for a client in the UK.

Senior Front-end Developer

ResponsibilitiesResearching, designing, implementing, and managing software programsTesting and evaluating new programsIdentifying areas for modification in existing programs and subsequently developing these modificationsWriting and implementing efficient codeDetermining operational practicalityDeveloping quality assurance procedures (automated tests)Deploying software tools, processes, and metricsMaintaining and upgrading existing systemsWorking closely with other teamsSkills Degree in Informatics Engineering, Computer Science or similar areasMinimum of 5 years work experience in similar rolesAdvanced experience with React, NextJS, and TypeScriptStrong background in application testing, including unit, mocked functional, end-to-end (e2e), smoke, and visual regression testing, with a solid understanding of the testing pyramidProficiency with GraphQL, Styled Components, and PlaywrightExperience in production monitoring, alerting, and building resilient front-end systemsDeep understanding of web performance optimization and best practicesFamiliarity with Redux is a plus, as some legacy code still relies on itWillingness to participate in a rotational on-call schedule for 24/7 production support (approximately 1 week every 2 months, with a few calls per week)Fluent in English - written and spoken (mandatory)Role requires on-site presence in Osterley (just west of London) at least twice a week

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