ENVIRONMENT:
A well-established technology group is seeking a skilled and motivated Intermediate Vue.js Front-End Developer to join their development team. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong expertise in modern JavaScript (ES6+), Vue.js (both Vue 2 and Vue 3), and component-based front-end development. Collaborating closely with designers, back-end developers, and product managers, you will contribute to building interactive, scalable, and user-friendly web applications. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a front-end developer, including 1–2 years of extensive work with Vue.js, and be proficient in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3/SASS/SCSS.
DUTIES:
- Develop, test, and maintain front-end components using Vue.js.
- Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate designs into interactive user interfaces.
- Integrate RESTful APIs and work with back-end developers to ensure smooth data flow.
- Optimise applications for performance and scalability across modern browsers.
- Write clean, modular, and reusable code, following best practices and coding standards.
- Contribute to code reviews, project planning sessions, and agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, retrospectives).
- Maintain technical documentation and provide support for existing applications.
- Stay up-to-date with Vue.js ecosystem, tools, and trends.
REQUIREMENTS:
Required Skills and Experience:
- 3+ years of experience as a front-end developer, with at least 1–2 years working extensively with Vue.js.
- Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3/SASS/SCSS.
- Experience with Vue Router, Vuex (or Pinia), and the Composition API.
- Familiarity with responsive design and cross-browser compatibility issues.
- Experience integrating with REST APIs and handling asynchronous data.
- Version control using Git and working knowledge of tools like npm or yarn.
- Understanding of component-based architecture and reusable design systems.
- Familiarity with build tools such as Webpack, Vite, or similar
Nice to Have:
- Experience with TypeScript in Vue projects.
- Familiarity with unit and integration testing using tools like Jest, Vitest, or Cypress.
- Experience with SSR frameworks like Nuxt.js.
- Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Some knowledge of backend systems or GraphQL.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.
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