Frontend Developer (ReactTypeScript)

Job Summary

SGX is seeking an experienced Frontend Developer (React/TypeScript) to join our core engineering team building a high-performance secure and scalable OTC derivatives platform. This role offers significant ownership technical autonomy and the opportunity to shape frontend engineering practices across the organization.

Applicants should be comfortable with accepting a 24-month direct contract position.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust user-centric web applications using React and TypeScript.
• Define and evolve the frontend technology landscape: evaluate recommend and introduce new tools frameworks and best practices to ensure the platform remains modern and effective.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designer and product manager to deliver seamless intuitive user experiences.
• Integrate real-time data streams using Server-Sent Events (SSE) or WebSockets.
• Ensure responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.
• Develop comprehensive test coverage (unit integration end-to-end) using tools such as Jest React Testing Library Playwright etc.
• Define and maintain efficient CI/CD pipelines for frontend applications.
• Translate Figma or similar design prototypes into high-quality maintainable code.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance development productivity and software quality.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Deep expertise in React and TypeScript.
• Experience using React UI component libraries (MUI Ant Design etc.).
• Strong understanding of HTML5 CSS3 and responsive design principles.
• Experience with real-time data integration (SSE or WebSockets).
• Strong understanding of UX principles and experience collaborating with designers (Figma or similar).
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD and automation tools for frontend workflows.
• Familiarity with state management libraries (e.g. Redux Toolkit Zustand).
• Experience with frontend performance optimization and observability.
• Strong focus on code quality testing and maintainability.
• Experience with Playwright is a plus.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and cloud-based deployment is a plus.
• Experience working in regulated environments or with financial platforms is advantageous.
• Proactive process-oriented approach to software development.
• Experience working in an Agile framework (Scrum or Kanban) is a plus.
• Interest in applying AI tools to improve engineering outcomes.