Findworka is an elite network of pre-vetted African software developers who are tested, graded and effectively matched with our partners in an integrated talent and project management ecosystem.
Job DescriptionJob Title: Lead Frontend Engineer
Location: Ikeja, Lagos Nigeria.
Job Nature: Hybrid(Physical and Remote)
Job Level: Senior
Salary range: N450,000-580,000
PERSON FOCUS
Intense collaboration, passionate customer focus, thoughtful, fast, disciplined execution. Tenacious commitment to continuous improvement and relentless drive to win. Brings excellent management capacity and is able to lead multiple locations across Africa with start-up experience.
JOB SUMMARY:
You will be responsible for the translation of the UI/UX design wireframes to actual code that will produce visual elements of the application. You will work with the UI/UX designer and bridge the gap between graphical design and technical implementation, taking an active role on both sides and defining how the application looks as well as how it works.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
▪ Produce efficient and well-tested codes
▪ Collaborate with other team members to achieve a set goal
▪ Uphold our high engineering standards and bring consistency to the codebases, infrastructure, and processes you will encounter.
▪ Develop new and enhance existing user-facing features
▪ Build reusable code and libraries for future use
▪ Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs
▪ Optimize application front end for maximum speed and scalability
▪ Ensure that all user input is validated before submitting to the back-end
▪ Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders to improve the usability
▪ Stay up to date on emerging technologies and trends.
▪ Work closely with the UI/UX designer and bridge the gap between graphical design and technical implementation, taking an active role on both sides and defining how the application looks as well as how it works.
▪ Responsibilities will include translation of the UI/UX design wireframes to actual code that will produce visual elements of the application.
COMPETENCY PROFILE:
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
● Proficiency in JavaScript, jQuery.
● Good understanding of libraries and frameworks, such as AngularJS, KnockoutJS, BackboneJS, ReactJS, DurandalJS etc.
● Proficient understanding of web markup, including HTML5, CSS3
● Basic understanding of server-side CSS pre-processing
platforms, such as LESS and SASS
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED
● Experience creating libraries and tools for engineers and operations
● Experience building and designing fast frontend
applications
● Familiarity with software engineering development cycles
● Experience working with React and Typescript.
● Ability to hold yourself and the team to high standards
● Strong communication and interpersonal skills
EXPERIENCE
▪ Minimum of 2-3 years of technology and engineering experience with increasing levels of responsibility
▪ 3-6 years working experience with increasing levels of responsibilities
▪ Experience working in a matrix, extremely dynamic, fast-paced, results-oriented multi-country environment; prioritization, and ability to complete multiple projects simultaneously
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT
▪ BSc or degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related
▪ Extensive training in c software development, team building project management and others is an added advantage.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
You will learn to move fast, take calculated risks and learn from failures.
You will develop core management strategies as well as learn the importance of deep dives to resolve problems across geographies. Your people management skill will be tested and improved as you engage and interact with colleagues to deliver quantifiable goals that give real business value.
You will learn to measure and track output and results and how to automate everything that you do.
WHAT WE OFFER
In addition to an attractive compensation, you will have opportunity to work with a global leader. We offer a vibrant culture, great work ambiance, super intelligent workforce and a relaxed dress code. We invest in the development of our diverse workforce. We aspire to leverage the qualities and appreciate the unique competencies that each person brings to the company. We are also committed to the principles of Equal
Employment Opportunities.
Skills Required
- Proficiency in JavaScript
- Proficiency in jQuery
- Experience with frontend libraries/frameworks (AngularJS, KnockoutJS, BackboneJS, ReactJS, DurandalJS)
- Proficient understanding of HTML5 and CSS3
- Basic understanding of CSS pre-processors (LESS, SASS)
- Experience working with React and TypeScript
- Experience building and designing fast frontend applications and reusable libraries/tools
- Familiarity with software engineering development cycles
- Minimum of 2-6 years of technology/engineering experience with increasing responsibility
- BSc or degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related
- Extensive training in C software development, team building, project management
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and ability to hold team to high standards
What We Do
Findworka is an elite network of pre-vetted African software developers who are tested, graded, and matched with partners through an integrated talent and project management ecosystem. The company specializes in building high-quality software products, from MVPs to full-scale platforms, and extends engineering teams by supplying top-tier development talent for both contract and full-time positions to help ambitious people and companies succeed.
