Front-End Developer ( & React Native) | JavaScript, TypeScript & Agile Best Practices

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking a skilled and inclusive Frontend Developer with expertise in Java React JS React Native JavaScript and TypeScript. This role is vital in designing and building modern responsive and scalable front-end applications that enhance user experience and drive business success. As part of our innovative team you will contribute to delivering high-quality solutions that align with organizational goals working closely with cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge technologies and best practices.

Software Requirements

• Required:

  • JavaScript (ES6) TypeScript (latest versions)

  • (v16) and React Native

  • Java (latest versions as applicable to the backend integration if needed)

  • Development tools such as Visual Studio Code WebStorm or similar IDEs

• Preferred:

  • State management libraries (Redux MobX)

  • Build tools (Webpack Babel)

  • Package managers (npm yarn)

  • Testing frameworks (Jest React Testing Library)

Overall Responsibilities

• Develop enhance and maintain user-facing web and mobile applications with React and React Native

• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement engaging responsive interfaces

• Integrate front-end components with backend services APIs and data sources

• Ensure application responsiveness performance and accessibility standards are met

• Participate in design and architecture discussions to create scalable front-end solutions

• Perform code reviews unit testing and debugging to uphold code quality

• Stay current with industry trends libraries and best practices in front-end development

• Assist in the continuous improvement of development standards processes and tools

• Work with cross-functional teams to support agile project cycles and deliverables

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages

• Required: JavaScript (ES6) TypeScript React Native

• Preferred: Basic knowledge of Java and server-side integration

Frameworks and Libraries

• React Native libraries for mobile apps

• State management tools such as Redux or MobX preferred

Databases/Data Management

• Knowledge of RESTful API integration and data state handling

• Familiarity with data fetching caching and synchronization techniques

Cloud Technologies

• Basic understanding of cloud deployment environments (Azure AWS or GCP) preferred

Development Tools and Methodologies

• Version control (Git GitHub Bitbucket) required

• Build tools (Webpack Babel) preferred

• Testing tools (Jest React Testing Library) required

• Agile/Scrum methodologies required

Security Protocols

• Implementing secure coding practices for client-side applications preferred

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3-4 years of front-end development experience with Java and JavaScript frameworks

• Proven experience building scalable high-performance applications using React JS and React Native

• Experience working in fast-paced Agile environments

• Demonstrated understanding of mobile and web application development best practices

• Prior experience of collaborating with cross-functional teams including backend developers designers and product managers

Day-to-Day Activities

• Build test and deploy front-end components for web and mobile applications

• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate designs into functional interfaces

• Work with backend teams to integrate APIs and data sources

• Participate in daily stand-ups sprint planning and retrospectives

• Review code conduct peer testing and refine features for optimal performance

• Troubleshoot application issues and implement solutions promptly

• Contribute to documentation of code processes and technical standards

• Keep up-to-date with emerging front-end technologies and incorporate improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field

• Relevant certifications in JavaScript React or related front-end technologies (preferred)

• Evidence of continuous learning in front-end development best practices

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Ability to translate complex requirements into intuitive user interfaces

• Flexibility to adapt to changing project needs and deadlines

• Capacity for teamwork and knowledge sharing

• Proactive learning attitude and interest in adopting new technologies

SYNECHRONS DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds race ethnicities religion age marital status gender sexual orientations or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements mentoring internal mobility learning and development programs and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to the applicants gender gender identity sexual orientation race ethnicity disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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