Principal Frontend Developer React
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Job Summary
Principal Frontend Developer (React)
Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid) Practice Area: Technology & Engineering Type: Permanent
Shape seamless digital experiences that define the future of financial services
The Role
As a Principal Frontend Developer at Capco youll lead the development of scalable and secure web applications for global financial clients using modern JavaScript frameworks primarily React. Youll architect responsive accessible and elegant user interfaces and work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver transformative digital experiences. As a senior technical leader youll mentor others influence frontend strategy and drive best practices.
What Youll Do
Architect and implement complex frontend systems using React and modern frameworks
Apply UX/UI best practices to deliver pixel-perfect accessible and responsive applications
Establish and champion frontend engineering standards across delivery teams
Coach junior developers promote knowledge sharing and contribute to hiring efforts
Collaborate with stakeholders to translate product needs into technical outcomes
What Were Looking For
Strong JavaScript/TypeScript and React expertise; experience with or Angular is a plus
Experience with modern CSS techniques (Flexbox Grid) and frameworks like SASS Material UI Bootstrap
Familiarity with OAuth2 JWT OpenID Connect and secure frontend design principles
Experience with Redux Webpack and modern testing frameworks like Jest Mocha or Enzyme
Track record of delivering applications via CI/CD pipelines and containerised environments (Docker/Kubernetes)
Bonus Points For
Experience mentoring and coaching frontend developers
Knowledge of cloud platforms and deployment strategies
Familiarity with financial services products and regulatory environments
Experience hiring managing business cases and contributing to RFPs
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Why Join Capco
Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
Work in a collaborative flat and entrepreneurial consulting culture
Access continuous learning training and industry certifications
Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.
Benefits
We offer a competitive people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:
- Core Benefits:Discretionary bonus competitive pension health insurance life insurance and critical illness cover.
- Mental Health:Easy access to CareFirst Unmind Aviva consultations and in-house first aiders.
- Family-Friendly:Maternity adoption shared parental leave plus paid leave for sickness pregnancy loss fertility treatment menopause and bereavement.
- Family Care:8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
- Holiday Flexibility:5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
- Continuous Learning:Your growth your way - minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick; workshops certifications e-learning. Also Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development.
- Healthcare Access:Convenient online GP services.
- Extra Perks:Gympass(Wellhub) travel insurance Tastecard season ticket loans Cycle to Work and dental insurance.
Inclusion at Capco Were committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage just let us know well be happy to help. We value each persons unique perspective and contribution. At Capco we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.
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About Company
Capco is a global management and technology consultancy dedicated to the financial services and energy industries.
