Senior Front-End Developer
This is a remote position.
About the Role
A UK-based company is seeking an experienced Senior Front-End Developer to help build a scalable, component-based design system based on Figma designs. You will play a key role in translating UX/UI concepts into reusable, production-ready code that will be integrated into the Umbraco CMS by back-end developers.
This is a remote position based in the UK, working closely with cross-functional teams, including UI/UX designers and back-end developers. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of front-end technologies and a passion for clean, maintainable code.
Responsibilities
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Translate Figma designs into responsive, accessible front-end components
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Build modular, reusable UI components based on atomic design principles
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Ensure pixel-perfect, mobile-first implementation with cross-browser compatibility
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Develop a component-based design system that supports multi-site/brand consistency
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Work closely with UI/UX designers to implement Figma prototypes faithfully
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Write clear documentation and usage guidelines for handover to the Umbraco CMS team
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Maintain front-end performance through best practices like lazy loading and code splitting
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Ensure compliance with WCAG accessibility standards , including ARIA roles and keyboard navigation
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Participate in Agile/Scrum workflows and collaborate via version control systems
Requirements
1. Core Technical Skills
a) Front-End Development
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Strong expertise in HTML5 , CSS3 (SCSS/SASS) , and modern JavaScript (ES6+)
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Experience with TypeScript for scalable component development
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Proficiency in React , Vue.js , or Angular (React preferred)
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Understanding of Razor views and integration with Umbraco CMS
b) Design System & Component Libraries
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Experience building reusable UI components using Storybook or similar tools
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Knowledge of atomic design principles
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Ability to work with design tokens , theming, and style guides
c) Styling & Layout
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Expertise in responsive, mobile-first design using Flexbox and CSS Grid
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Knowledge of CSS architecture methodologies (BEM, ITCSS, Tailwind)
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Strong focus on pixel-perfect implementation
d) Tooling & Workflow
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Familiar with build tools like Webpack , Vite , or Gulp
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Experience with Git and repositories (GitHub, Bitbucket, Beanstalk)
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Familiarity with npm , Yarn , or pnpm
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Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and best practices for handover
2. Accessibility & Performance
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Solid understanding of WCAG and semantic HTML
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Experience building SEO-friendly front-end architecture
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Skills in performance optimization , including asset optimization
3. Collaboration Skills
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Effective collaboration with UI/UX teams to bring Figma prototypes to life
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Clear and concise documentation skills
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Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Nice-to-Haves
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Familiarity with Umbraco CMS front-end integration
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Experience with headless CMS setups (e.g., Umbraco Heartcore )
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Knowledge of testing frameworks: Jest , Cypress , or Playwright
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Experience with internationalization (i18n) in front-end builds
Soft Skills
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Strong eye for detail and passion for clean, maintainable code
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Ability to anticipate back-end integration needs
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Clear communication across design, development, and stakeholder teams
Benefits
- Fully remote role ( Hourly Based)
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Opportunity to build a scalable design system from the ground up
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Collaborative team with strong design and development culture
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Exposure to modern tech stacks and CMS platforms (e.g., Umbraco, React)
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Work with a forward-thinking UK-based company in the employer marketing space
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