Web Developer (React)

Just Recruitment Group; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Just Recruitment is working with a growing, well-established and market-leading organisation, based on the outskirts of Colchester, to recruit a React Web Developer to join their existing team.

The key purpose of the role is to assist with new projects, as well as working on the maintenance and development of existing projects.

You will work closely with the wider business team on all projects.

You must have the ability to accurately code design layouts. The end result should be pixel-perfect, accessible, responsive, secure, and performant.

As a React Developer, you will be expected to develop bespoke WordPress themes (not a theme modification).

Required skills for this role:

• Knowledge in creating WordPress-based websites.
• Exposure to server-side JavaScript, APIs.
• Proficiency in modern JavaScript features (ES6+).
• Strong experience in HTML and CSS.
• Experience with Version Control systems (Git).
• Development in line with accessibility standards compliance and SEO best practices.
• Can work to deadline and juggle competing priorities.
• Willingness to take ownership of projects.
• Experience using build tools (Gulp, webpack, Sass).
• Experience with automated deployment.
• Experience integrating third-party APIs.
• High attention to detail.
• Proficiency in React & JS frameworks.
• Exposure to Web Security principles.
• Exposure to Docker and Kubernetes.
• Exposure to ThreeJS.
• Exposure to GraphQL.
• Understanding of unit and integration testing.

Role requirements include:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• The ability to communicate without jargon.
• Enjoy variety and have the ability to switch technologies.
• An active interest in web technologies.
• Eagerness to learn.
• Keen to mentor and share knowledge with other developers.
• Always strive to make things better.

This role offers a competitive package, as well as a great benefits package.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving business.

Please note: This role is office-based for 4 days a week, 1 day working from home — you will need to live within commutable distance of Colchester.