Front End Software Engineer at Cytonn Investments

We are looking for a Front-End Web Developer who is motivated to combine the art of design with the art of programming. Responsibilities will include 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.

The successful candidate will have an opportunity to participate in our share ownership plan.

Front End Software Engineer Job Responsibilities

• Working with Designers and Back End Engineers to ensure that applications are built with clean, beautiful and intuitive interfaces
• Building web interfaces using HTML, CSS and JavaScript
• Writing clean and tested front end code
• Supporting technical decisions on front end development
• Training and supervising junior developers and trainees, imparting skills and development discipline
• Working with designers to ensure that web applications developed are intuitive and user friendly
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Requirements for the Front End Software Engineer Job

• A grade of B+ and above in KCSE (or equivalent) with good grades in math and languages
• Computer Science (or related) degree with a minimum of upper second-class honors
• At least one-year coding experience with a focus on front end development
• Advanced knowledge of JavaScript and experience with modern JavaScript frameworks. Knowledge and experience with VueJS is an added advantage
• Solid understanding of ES2015 JavaScript standard
• Advanced knowledge of HTML, CSS and CSS preprocessors (Sass)
• Deep knowledge of web technologies (REST/HTTP and web sockets)
• Good understanding of popular programming paradigms i.e. object orientation and functional programming
• Appreciation of web interfaces and user experiences
• Proficient understanding of version control systems (GIT)
• Ability to work long hours to complete requirements
• A passion for computing and software and engaging learning experiences, as well as desire to make a difference in a highly productive environment
• Desire to use technology to develop innovative solutions that solve real world problems