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Lead Front-End Developer

Leeds, UK
Frontend Developer Engineering Manager
Actively hiring

Lead Front-End Developer

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays
Leeds, UK
Frontend Developer Engineering Manager
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays
Actively hiring

hackajob is partnering with Jet2.com and Jet2holidays to fill this position. Create a profile to be automatically considered for this role—and others that match your experience.

 
We're on the search for an experienced Lead Front-End Developer to join our dynamic team and drive the transformation of our websites. If you're a visionary developer with a knack for creating innovative, high-performance user experiences, we want to hear from you!

As our Lead Front-End Developer, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits including:
 
  • Hybrid working (we’re in the office approximately 2 days per month)
  • Access to a generous discretionary profit share scheme
  • Colleague discounts on Jet2.com flights and Jet2holidays
 
At Jet2.com and Jet2holidays we’re working together to deliver an amazing journey, literally! We work together to really drive forward a ‘Customer First’ ethos, creating unforgettable package holidays and flights. We couldn’t do it without our wonderful people.  
 

What you’ll be doing:
 
  • Lead Development Efforts: Take charge of the front-end development process, guiding the technical direction and architecture of our projects.
  • Enhance Core Projects: Work on key initiatives using React, Next.js, and JavaScript, ensuring our solutions are cutting-edge, robust, and scalable.
  • Collaborate and Inspire: Partner with cross-functional teams to bring creative ideas to life, setting new standards for web development.
  • Drive Innovation: Implement new features and improvements using React and Next.js to deliver exceptional user experiences.
  • Build and Maintain Design Systems: Develop and manage component libraries and design systems, ensuring consistency and reusability across projects.
  • Storybook Expertise: Utilize Storybook to document, test, and showcase UI components, enabling seamless collaboration with design and development teams.
  • Mentorship & Leadership: Mentor and guide developers, providing technical leadership, conducting code reviews, and fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Stay at the Forefront: Keep abreast of the latest trends and technologies in front-end development, ensuring our solutions remain ahead of the curve.

What you’ll have:
 
  • Extensive experience in front-end development, with a strong portfolio that demonstrates your leadership in delivering complex projects.
  • Expertise in React and JavaScript, with in-depth knowledge of server-side rendering, Next.js, and modern frontend tools and libraries.
  • Proven experience building and maintaining design systems and component libraries.
  • Hands-on experience with Storybook for UI component documentation and testing.
  • Proven leadership experience, including mentoring developers, leading technical discussions, and driving best practices.
  • Strong understanding of web standards, accessibility, cross-browser compatibility, and responsive design.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for crafting visually appealing, user-friendly applications.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Join us as we redefine travel experiences and create memories for millions of passengers. At Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, your potential has no limits. Apply today and let your career take flight! 

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