Front End UI Developer

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement visually rich and highly interactive user interfaces using React and Next.js.
• Create complex and performant animations and transitions using GSAP (GreenSock Animation Platform)to enhance user engagement and visual appeal.
• Translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into pixel-perfect, responsive, and accessible web components.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers to ensure the feasibility and optimal implementation of design concepts, particularly animation specifications.
• Integrate front-end applications with back-end APIs and services.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Identify and troubleshoot front-end performance bottlenecks, especially related to animations, and implement solutions.
• Stay up to date with the latest front-end technologies, animation techniques, and best practices.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes and tools.
• (Preferred) Integrate front-end components and animated elements with the Sitecore CMS.
• (Preferred) Work with Sitecore Layout Service and JSS (JavaScript Services) in conjunction with dynamic UI elements and animations.
• (Preferred) Understand how to implement animations within a modular and scalable Sitecore environment.
• Participate in agile development methodologies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Design, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2-3 yearsof professional experience in front-end development, with a strong emphasis on UI implementation and animation.
• Strong proficiency inReactandNext.js.
• Expert knowledge ofGSAP (GreenSock Animation Platform)and its ecosystem for creating complex web animations.
• Solid understanding of HTML, CSS (including preprocessors like Sass or Less), and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Zustand, Context API).
• Familiarity with testing frameworks relevant to UI components (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library).
• Experience with RESTful APIs and asynchronous programming.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Strong portfolio showcasing UI development skills and impressive GSAP animations.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills, particularly in discussing animation implementation details.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Bonus Points: