Technical Lead - HTML5/CSS3

MUST-HAVES:

• 5+ years of professional experience in web development.
• Strong proficiency in React.js and the Next.js framework.
• Solid understanding of JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, Tailwind and TypeScript.
• Experience with server-side rendering (SSR) and static site generation (SSG).
• Familiarity with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Context API).
• Proficient with version control systems like Git.
• Experience with modern build tools and package managers (e.g., Webpack, Babel, NPM/Yarn).
• Familiarity with API integration (REST, GraphQL).
• Strong understanding of web performance optimization techniques.
• Knowledge of testing frameworks (e.g., Playwright, Jest, Cypress).
• Ability to work in an Agile environment, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver high-quality code under tight deadlines.

SKILLS: REACT, REACT NATIVE, PLATFORM INTEGRATION, JAVASCRIPT

Notice Period: 0-15 Days only

Additional Guidelines:

Interview process: - 2 Technical round + 1 Client round

3 days in office, Hybrid model.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Web Developer with deep expertise in React and Next.js to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in building high-quality, scalable web applications and will take ownership of both frontend development and architecture. As a Senior Developer, you will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other developers to deliver robust and performant solutions. Your ability to solve complex problems, optimize web performance, and mentor junior developers will be key to success in this role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, and maintain web applications using React and Next.js.
• Architect and optimize web pages for speed and scalability.
• Build reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
• Implement server-side rendering and static site generation using Next.js.
• Collaborate with the backend team to integrate APIs and ensure seamless front-end and back-end communication.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and implement pixel-perfect user interfaces.
• Work with product teams to build features that improve user engagement and satisfaction.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest web development trends, frameworks, and tools.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5+ years of professional experience in web development.
• Strong proficiency in React.js and the Next.js framework.
• Solid understanding of JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, Tailwind and TypeScript.
• Experience with server-side rendering (SSR)and static site generation (SSG).
• Familiarity with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Context API).
• Proficient with version control systems like Git.
• Experience with modern build tools and package managers (e.g., Webpack, Babel, NPM/Yarn).
• Familiarity with API integration (REST, GraphQL).
• Strong understanding of web performance optimization techniques.
• Knowledge of testing frameworks (e.g., Playwright, Jest, Cypress).
• Ability to work in an Agile environment, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver high-quality code under tight deadlines.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Next.js API routes and serverless functions.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Vercel) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with modern CSS frameworks (e.g., Tailwind, Styled Components).
• Knowledge of SEO best practices for React and Next.js applications.
• Contributions to open-source projects or a portfolio of personal projects.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead the development of our platform’s front end.
• Work with the product and design teams along with the founders to build new product features from start to finish: through conception, research, implementation, and maintenance.
• Work closely with founders and internal/external stakeholders to build products, tools, and services from scratch and deliver high-quality software solutions.
• You'll leverage your frontend knowledge to help improve performance and reliability, and polish existing features.
• Share your technical expertise to help the team make thoughtful and scalable design decisions and identify performance bottlenecks to troubleshoot quickly.
• Manage product development priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Ensure high-performant and responsive web applications and websites.

Skills & Qualities we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science (or equivalent experience).
• 2-4 years of experience as a frontend developer (rare exceptions for highly skilled developers) at a fast-paced, preferably early / growth stage start-up.
• You're familiar with HTML, CSS, Javascript, and a React-like UI framework.
• Knowledge of codebases and version control systems (Git).
• You have experience debugging performance issues with UI in modern browsers across multiple platforms.
• Well-versed with SQL database design & RDBMS concepts.
• Strong arithmetic reasoning, logical and analytical thinking skills.
• Strong knowledge of code quality maintenance and performance analysis.

• Job Title - Software Engineer - Frontend

• Reports Into - Lead Frontend Web Developer

• Location - Hybrid / Bangalore

A Little Bit About Kwalee….

Kwalee is one of the world’s leading multiplatform game developers and publishers, with well over 900 million downloads worldwide for mobile hits such as Draw It, Teacher Simulator, Let’s Be Cops 3D, Airport Security and Makeover Studio 3D. We also have a growing PC and Console team of incredible pedigree that is on the hunt for great new titles to join TENS!, Eternal Hope, Die by the Blade and Scathe.

What’s In It For You?

• Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days remote/ WFH is the norm

• Flexible working hours - we trust you to choose how and when you work best

• Profit sharing scheme - we win, you win 

• Private medical cover - delivered through BUPA

• Life Assurance - for long term peace of mind

• On site gym - take care of yourself

• Relocation support - available

• Quarterly Team Building days - we’ve done Paintballing, Go Karting & even Robot Wars

• Pitch and make your own games on https://www.kwalee.com/blog/inside-kwalee/what-are-creative-wednesdays/">Creative Wednesdays! 

Are You Up To The Challenge?

As a Software Engineer - Frontend you’ll be part of the Frontend team, implementing beautiful web designs made by our designers to keep both our site and the internal web-based tools we use fresh and up to date on top of working on new projects alongside this, there is always something new and interesting to work on. 

Your Team Mates

The frontend team consists of both our frontend developers and designers, we work closely with all parts of the business to create tools that vary across the whole company, from the publishing team to create a portal for people to submit games, the marketing team on things like our website, all the way to our internal teams for things like administration and analytics.

What Does The Job Actually Involve?

• Implementing designs for our website/web tools created by our design team

• Create and update interactive interfaces used throughout the company

Your Hard Skills

• Minimum 2 years browser-based programming experience

• A proven track record of programming high quality and innovative web pages using Javascript, HTML5 & CSS3 and relevant frameworks (ideally ReactJS but could also be others e.g. AngularJS, NodeJS, Handlebars, jquery, gulp)

• An excellent working knowledge of various programming languages, databases and scripting tools including at least one of bash, MySQL, CouchBase, Python, Java, C#, JSP, PHP

• A creative mindset motivated by challenges and constantly striving for the best

• Interest in mobile games

Your Soft Skills

Kwalee has grown fast in recent years but we’re very much a family of colleagues. We welcome people of all ages, races, colours, beliefs, sexual orientations, genders and circumstances, and all we ask is that you collaborate, work hard, ask questions and have fun with your team and colleagues. 

We don’t like egos or arrogance and we love playing games and celebrating success together. If that sounds like you, then please apply.

A Little More About Kwalee

Founded in 2011 by David Darling CBE, a key architect of the UK games industry who previously co-founded and led Codemasters, our team also includes legends such as Andrew Graham (creator of Micro Machines series) and Jason Falcus (programmer of classics including NBA Jam) alongside a growing and diverse team of global gaming experts.

Everyone contributes creatively to Kwalee’s success, with all employees eligible to pitch their own game ideas on Creative Wednesdays, and we’re proud to have built our success on this inclusive principle.

We have an amazing team of experts collaborating daily between our studios in Leamington Spa, Lisbon, Bangalore and Beijing, or on a remote basis from Turkey, Brazil, Cyprus, the Philippines and many more places around the world. We’ve recently acquired our first external studio, TicTales, which is based in France. 

We have a truly global team making games for a global audience, and it’s paying off: - Kwalee has been voted the Best Large Studio and Best Leadership Team at the TIGA Awards (Independent Game Developers’ Association) and our games have been downloaded in every country on earth - including Antarctica!

A bit about EnKash (www.enkash.com)

EnKash, one of the fastest growing financial technology firms in the B2B space, focuses on enabling businesses to digitize and simplify their commercial payments through its state of the art technology platforms. It’s comprehensive all-in-one commercial payments platform has led to businesses having a hassle free and frictionless payments experience and thereby, focus on their core business.

EnKash, with its unique business solutions, young team and a vibrant work environment has been making formidable marks in this segment. With several banking partners and more than 60000+ businesses onboarded on our platform in a short span, we are poised to grow rapidly from here on.

EnKash has also been covered by reputed national and international media and received many accolades and recognition that include:

- “Best B2B payment solution provider” in 8th Payments and Cards Award Summit

- “Amongst the top Start Ups to watch for “ by Inc 42 media

You should excel in this role, if you have:

PHP/wordpress Background

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in web development.
• Complete mastery of HTML/CSS/JS and responsive design.
• Expertise in javascript/css animations and Canvas API
• Knowledge of PHP and MYSQL.
• Knowledge of web frameworks like Laravel, Codeigniter, Cake Php. etc.
• Knowledge of Wordpress, experience in creating custom themes.
• You are comfortable with Figma, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Knowledge of SEO techniques
• You are creative and involved.

OR

Node JS Background

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in web development.
• Complete mastery of HTML/CSS/JS/Jquery and responsive design.
• Expertise in javascript/css animations and Canvas API
• Knowledge of NodeJS and MYSQL.
• Knowledge of web frameworks like Express JS, Strapi, Koa, etc.
• Knowledge of any CMS in node js, experience in creating custom themes.
• You are comfortable with Figma, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Knowledge of SEO techniques
• You are creative and involved.

Here’s what’s in store for you:

- A fast-paced, mentally stimulating and fast growth-oriented environment.
- No bureaucracy whatsoever, respect for logical and analytical minds.
- Witness the venture of entrepreneurship.
- Excellent performance bonuses and perks.
- Affable and competitive teammates.
- Flexible work regime

• At least 4+ years experience in Angular.js / React.Js
• 4+ years of strong programming experience in UI/Web development using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and Bootstrap.
• 2+ years of strong programming experience in Unit Test Code Coverage using Jasmine / Karma.
• Strong in OOAD, design concepts & software engineering fundamentals.
• Strong inclination towards delivering quality software.
• Should be a good team player. Should have experience working in Agile Scrum Teams.
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong experience in defining & implementing software quality improvement measures: CI/CD setup, Jasmine, Karma Unit Testing
• Experience in working with tools like TFS, GIT.
• Should have strong problem-solving skills.

• Experience in UX will be good to have.