You will be expected to commence work remotely initially. Subsequently, with the anticipated opening of our office in late 2024, your presence in the office will be required for three days per week.RoleA Senior Front-end Developer at FX helps to pioneer and develop innovative frontend products for Connected TV platforms. Utilising their experience and expertise to architect technical solutions, they advise and support the growth of individuals, helping to review the development team's work and sharing knowledge. They work closely with the Heads of Engineering and Technology to scope work and see it through to execution and completion, and are confident enough to suggest solutions to clients when called upon. A Senior Front-end Developer at FX will have 5+ years of experience with JavaScript and be confident in their knowledge to make decisions and drive the direction of development work at FX.
ResponsibilitiesWork with both the Head of Engineering and Head of Technology to propose technical solutions to business problems, attending client meetings where required.Contribute to the frontend development of Connected TV applications, making suggestions on architecture and approach in collaboration with the other engineers on the project.Work with the sales and marketing team to propose technical solutions to clients problemsProvide inspiration and guidance to help other members of the development teamRegularly code review pull requests by the development team, commenting on where improvements can be made and enforcing the appropriate coding standardsAdvise the Head of Engineering as to the tools and services that could be used to help improve the efficiency of the development teamAdvise the Head of Technology as to the technology that could be used to help improve the quality of our applicationsAttend industry events to broaden understanding of development tools and processesAttend training and events to ensure continued self-improvementMaintain a research and development attitude towards workRequirements5+ years of relevant professional experience in the development of complex web applicationsExpert knowledge in JavaScriptExpert knowledge of Git version control and knowledge of Git flowExperience in unit testing using a modern testing library (e.g. Jest)Deep understanding of APIs, including RESTful APIsDeep understanding of web inspection tools, along with web profiling and step debuggingAdvanced understanding of web architecture, including transfer protocols and the makeup of a browserConfident usage of CLI tools for frontend workflow, including yarn and npmSome understanding of modern CI/CD toolingA willingness and aptitude to change, with a passion to pick up new tools and processesEffective time-management skillsProficiency in English, both written and spoken.DesirableA bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or related scientific field, e.g. Mathematics, Physics, or demonstrable knowledge in Computer Science if self-taughtExperience in implementing players (video and audio) and familiarity with open source players such as hls.js.An understanding of playback technology, including manifest formats, DRM, and subtitles formats. Experience working with TypescriptExperience working with WebGLKnowledge of RxJS and streams in JavaScriptWhy work at FX24 Days Holiday (Plus 8 Bank Holidays, giving you a total of 35 total) Office closure over Christmas (3 days that do not come out of your holiday allowance)Sanctus mental health coachingVitality Health Insurance on completion of probationRegular social eventsFriday afternoon personal development time for trainingNew MacBook Pro upon joiningQuarterly appraisalsProfit share--
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