Frontend Engineer

Company Overview

Nikel is a leading fintech provider dedicated to delivering innovative, secure, and scalable financial solutions. Our mission is to empower individuals and businesses through platforms that transform financial services. Join us at our Sudirman office in Jakarta and be part of a team that is shaping the future of fintech in Indonesia.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Front End Engineer to create, maintain, and optimize dynamic web applications for our fintech products. You will work closely with backend teams, either directly or through a workflow module, to ensure seamless integration and smooth data flow across systems. The ideal candidate will have experience with React (preferred) or Angular, along with expertise in API testing, data handling, and cross-functional collaboration between backend services and frontend interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize scalable front-end applications using React (preferred) or Angular, ensuring both responsiveness and performance.
• Collaborate with backend teams to implement features and ensure accurate data flow, either directly from the backend to frontend or through a workflow module.
• Work with backend APIs and services to integrate data efficiently, validating and transforming data as needed.
• Use tools like Postman to test APIs, verifying proper data transmission and functionality between frontend and backend systems.
• Ensure pixel-perfect implementation of UI/UX designs while maintaining responsiveness across all devices.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve front-end issues, focusing on data integrity, performance, and user experience.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving architectural and coding standards.
• Stay current with the latest front-end development technologies and contribute innovative ideas to enhance workflows, performance, and user experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Over 2 years of experience in front-end development, preferably within the fintech or financial services sector.
• Proficient in React.js and Angular.
• Experience in integrating with backend services, whether directly or through workflow modules, ensuring accurate data handling and transformation.
• Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and front-end build tools.
• Skilled in API testing and debugging, using tools such as Postman.
• Keen attention to detail, especially in ensuring the accuracy of data transfer between the backend and frontend.
• Familiar with RESTful APIs, version control systems (e.g., Git), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams to ensure smooth data flow.

Bonus Skills

• Experience with progressive web applications (PWAs).
• Knowledge of fintech regulatory requirements and security standards.
• Familiarity with performance testing and optimization techniques.
• Experience with design tools like Figma.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Health insurance, wellness programs, and additional employee benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth within a fast-growing fintech company.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment at our Sudirman office in Jakarta.