Frontend Developer

position Summary

§  Title: UI Developer

§  Location: Bangalore

§  Type: Full Time

§  Qualifications: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in computer science/Information Science

§  Experience: 4to 7 years

Development skills

§  Top-notch programming skills and in-depth knowledge of modern HTML/CSS, JavaScript

§  Hands-on experience in React JS, ECMAScript (ES5,ES6/above)

§  Experience in Unit and E2E test automation (preferably Jest &Cypress)

§  Knowledge of web components and different component patterns

§  Experience using a state management library (Redux, Context API)

§  A solid understanding of how web applications work including security, session management, performance, and best development practices

§  Adequate knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming and web application development

Methodologies

§  Git, Jenkins

§  Test driven development

Good to have

§  Very good at programming and debugging for cross- browser compatibility and accessibility code

§  Unit testing experience on tools such as chai, mocha, jasmine

§  Reusable components development that can be used across web/ mobile applications.

§  Build tools such as webpack, grunt, gulp, babel

Other skills

§  Collaborate with business partners to gather requirements, implement new functionality, and drive continuous improvements

§  Excellent written, communication & presentation skills

§  Strong analytical skills and enjoys solving complex technical problems.

§  Participate in all phases of software life cycle including architecture, technical design, implement, test, and launch

§  You enjoy wearing multiple hats and roles, and titles are not important to you.

§  You enjoy doing it right first time and utilize tools & techniques to constantly excel in what you work to deliver it on time.

§  You are comfortable working under strict confidentiality agreements and often behind the-scenes.

§  You are self-organized and manage time and resources well.

§  Work independently and as part of a team

§  You are constantly growing your own knowledge, and helping to grow the knowledge of others

About us

Blitz is into Instant Logistics in Southeast Asia. Blitz was founded in the year 2021. It is in the business of delivering orders using EV bikes. Blitz not only delivers instant orders through EV Bikes, but it also finances the EV bikes to the drivers on lease and generates another source of revenue from the leasing as well apart from delivery charges. Blitz is revolutionizing instant coordination with the help of advanced technology-based solutions. It is a product-driven company and uses modern technologies to build products that solve problems in EV-based Logistics. Blitz is utilizing data sources coming from the EV bikes through IOT and smart engines to make technology-driven decisions to create a delightful experience for consumers

We are seeking a skilled Frontend Engineer with a strong background in React.js development to join our dynamic team. As a Frontend Engineer, you will be responsible for crafting exceptional user experiences and implementing frontend solutions that align with our business goals. You will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to deliver high-quality scalable, and maintainable software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain frontend components and features using React.js/nextJs.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Optimise application performance for maximum speed and scalability.
• Ensure cross-browser and cross-platform compatibility
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and provide constructive feedback.
• Work closely with backend engineers to integrate frontend interfaces with backend APIs.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest front-end technologies and industry trends.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure smooth functioning of the application.
• Contribute to the overall architecture and design of the front-end application.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in front-end development.
• Proficiency in React.js and its core principles.
• Strong understanding of JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Experience with state management libraries such as Redux or MobX.
• Familiarity with frontend build tools such as Webpack, Babel, etc.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Experience with version control systems, preferably Git.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Company's website - https://rideblitz.com/

Job Description:

• We are looking for a seasoned front-end developer to join our product team. This role requires you to be a tech-savvy contributor in translating the customer needs and user expectation into interactive web apps. You’ll be an exceptional problem solver and take responsible actions in ensuring the application is optimized both in technology and in delivering the best user experience. You’ll be working on various projects in collaboration with different teams.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with design, product management, and development teams to create elegant, usable, responsive and interactive interfaces across multiple devices.
• Turning UI/UX designs into prototypes, creating excellent interactions from designs, writing reusable content modules and maintainability of the code.
• Implement UI development principles to ensure that the product client-side serves at scale.
• Review and optimize the app usage by monitoring key metrics and rectifying the issues proactively.
• An ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment and bring in optimal flow for rapidly changing design/ technology.
• Responsible for the development of a complete set of architectural views for an enterprise in accordance with numerous open-source technologies, messaging/web service protocols (REST, JSONRPC, SOAP, etc.) and one of the more common architecture frameworks.
• Understanding and presenting the immediate/tactical and strategic benefits of adopting a consistent architectural approach within the context of the client’s business to help the stakeholders justify investments. 
• Assessing the requirements and presenting architectural recommendations that are in line with the strategic vision for the enterprise and wider best practice. 

Requirements:

• 5 to 7 years of relevant work experience as a UI developer, JavaScript expert or front-end engineer
• Sound knowledge in HTML and CSS
• Familiar with UI layouts, SASS, Bootstrap, and the CSS GRID system
• Proficient with JavaScript frameworks such as jQuery, Angular 2+ and Ionic framework
• Experience debugging using JavaScript-based tools like Chrome Developer Console
• Passionate to create good design and usability
• Knowledge of Pixi js (is plus)
• Strong business analysis skills and experience, including development of business vision and strategies, functional decomposition, requirements capture, process modeling. 
• Strong knowledge of design and architectural patterns. 
• Experience of software development methodologies and structured approaches to system development. 
• Write high quality source code to program complete applications within deadlines

Person Specification: 

• Should have strong communication and interpersonal skill
• Bright and enthusiastic, self starter
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding presentation skills
• Implemented CI and Automated frameworks in Enterprise environment 
• Past experience in CI/CD/DevOps practices 
• Qualified in any technical skill assessment platform (Eg: Hacker Ranker, member, stars) in respective technical capabilities 

MUST Have

• 4-6 years of experience in application software development ( UI stack development )
• Sound knowledge of computer science fundamentals
• Proven ability to design and implement a complex (scalable and distributed ) application software on linux platform
• Hands on any of the language reactjs, Javascript
• Expert in software processes and tools ( Agile, CI/CD, Git, Jenkins )

Good to Have

• Experience in application migration to cloud