Senior Front-end Developer

4 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Octave Full time

Octave Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Senior Front-end Developer

The role of the Senior Front End Developer at Octave is to lead the creation of stunning, user-focused interfaces and be at the forefront of delivering and maintaining seamless digital experiences. You'll collaborate with designers, back-end developers, project managers, and client teams to transform creative concepts into functional, high-quality web solutions. Alongside the technical leadership team, you'll help set the direction for front-end development and make pragmatic decisions on the technologies we use. You'll develop robust client solutions and maintain our front-end tooling systems and establish code standards for the technologies we use.

Key Responsibilities
  • Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code to create responsive, performant, user-friendly websites and applications.
  • Have a keen eye for detail and collaborate effectively with the design team to realise the design vision in code.
  • Actively participate in client-facing project ceremonies, demonstrating professionalism, preparedness, and a deep understanding of project goals to represent Octave with excellence.
  • Adhere to scope, time and budget considerations on projects.
  • Support the design team in their understanding of the technical complexities of the digital experiences they are designing.
  • Conduct regular code reviews to maintain quality, adherence to best practices, and coding standards.
  • Stay ahead of the latest front-end technologies, frameworks, and best practices, and share knowledge with the team.
Experience & Qualifications
  • 5+ years of front-end development experience in a professional environment.
  • Software Engineering Degree or equivalent is advantageous.
  • Experience architecting and integrating front-end applications with RESTful APIs or GraphQL.
  • Experience with Headless CMS solutions.
  • Experience with CSS preprocessors (SASS/LESS) and CSS-in-JS libraries (e.g., Styled Components).
  • Experience with web application frameworks (e.g. Django, SilverStripe).
  • Experience with using generative AI to make code workflows more efficient is advantageous.
  • Strong understanding of responsive design and mobile-first development principles.
  • Proficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git) and familiarity with CI/CD workflows.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of SEO principles.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in an Agile environment.
  • Familiarity with design tools like Figma or Adobe XD.
  • Experience with server side languages such as Python and PHP is advantageous.
  • Experience with database technologies such as PostgreSQL and MySQL is advantageous.
  • Experience with Google Analytics (GA4) and custom events and reporting.
  • Customer Engagement Platforms and Marketing automation tools (Braize, Atomic.io) would be a bonus.
  • Understanding of DevOps concepts and tools (e.g., Docker, AWS).
Why join Octave?
  • Innovative Projects: Work on challenging projects for a wide variety of industries.
  • Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive and talented team that values creativity and innovation.
  • Professional Growth: Access opportunities for continuous learning, training, and career advancement.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working arrangements.
  • Competitive Compensation: Receive a salary package that reflects your expertise.
Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Software Development

#J-18808-Ljbffr
  • Front-End Developer

    1 week ago


    Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Provoke Solutions Full time

    Wellington, New Zealand Engineering (NZ)About the job Front-End Developer (React)Who we are:Join the dynamic team at Provoke, where we're not just about meeting expectations but exceeding them.We're looking for innovative professionals who are passionate about driving exceptional outcomes for our customers.At Provoke, you'll be empowered to challenge the...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Octave Full time

    At Octave, we're seeking a highly skilled Senior Front-end Developer to lead the creation of stunning, user-focused interfaces and deliver seamless digital experiences. The ideal candidate will collaborate with designers, back-end developers, project managers, and client teams to transform creative concepts into functional, high-quality web solutions.Key...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Provoke Solutions Full time

    Provoke Solutions is dedicated to building high performing teams and offering tangible rewards to ensure that effort is recognized. As a Front-End Developer, you will be empowered to challenge the status quo and encouraged to think differently, leveraging a growth mindset to deliver tangible results.We're seeking a highly skilled professional with expertise...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Octave Full time

    At Octave, we're looking for a highly skilled Senior Front-end Developer to lead the creation of stunning, user-focused interfaces and deliver seamless digital experiences. The ideal candidate will collaborate with designers, back-end developers, project managers, and client teams to transform creative concepts into functional, high-quality web solutions.Job...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Tangram Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Front End Store Supervisor to join our team at Tangram. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our front-end department and ensuring excellent customer service standards are met.Key ResponsibilitiesSupervise and support front-end staff to achieve...

  • Front End Developer

    6 days ago


    Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand FNZ (UK) Ltd Full time

    About UsFNZ (UK) Ltd is committed to opening up wealth so that everyone, everywhere can invest in their future on their terms. Our goal is to help financial institutions and wealth managers deliver modern technology and business operations to their clients. We achieve this by providing a global, end-to-end wealth management platform that integrates modern...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Docuvera Full time

    About UsWe are a well-established cloud-based SaaS solution provider for the life sciences industry, empowering organisations to create and manage their content efficiently. Our company has a rich history, dating back to 2000, and has grown into a distributed workforce of over 100 people based across New Zealand, Asia, and the United States.We have multiple...

  • Store Supervisor

    9 hours ago


    Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Mitre 10 (New Zealand) Limited Full time

    About Mitre 10 MEGA WhanganuiMitre 10 MEGA Whanganui is a leading retailer in the region, committed to delivering exceptional customer service and providing a wide range of products and services to meet the needs of our community.Our Store:A modern and well-equipped store with a diverse range of products and services.A dynamic and supportive team environment...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand The Warehouse Full time

    Unlocking Your PotentialJoin our team of passionate professionals who are committed to making a positive impact on the community. As a customer experience specialist, you will have the opportunity to develop new skills, build strong relationships with colleagues and customers, and contribute to driving business growth and success.Your RoleAs a key member of...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Octave Full time

    Octave is looking for a highly skilled Senior Front-end Developer to lead the creation of stunning, user-focused interfaces and deliver seamless digital experiences. As a mid-senior level engineer, you'll be responsible for collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform creative concepts into functional, high-quality web...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Datacom Full time

    About DatacomDatacom is a leading technology services provider that works with organisations and communities across Australia and New Zealand to make a difference in people's lives and help organisations use the power of tech to innovate and grow.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Provoke Solutions Full time

    About the JobWe are seeking a highly skilled Front-End Developer with expertise in React, and Azure/AWS on the front-end to join our dynamic team.As a Front-End Developer, you will play a crucial role working with our teams and working closely with stakeholders to design and implement technical solutions.Candidates should have a minimum of 3+ years of...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Datacom Full time

    Our Why Datacom works with organisations and communities across Australia and New Zealand to make a difference in people's lives and help organisations use the power of tech to innovate and grow.  About the Role (your why) ob Summary: We're looking for a highly experienced and passionate Senior Full Stack .NET Developer to join our team and play a pivotal...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Tangram Full time

    Role DescriptionThe Assistant Store Manager Front Of House is responsible for leading and managing the front-end department to deliver exceptional customer experiences and achieve sales and customer satisfaction targets.Key AccountabilitiesLead and manage front-end staff to achieve sales and customer satisfaction targets.Implement effective processes to...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Alpha Personnel Recruitment Ltd Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Advisor to join our client's team. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of contract management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.Key ResponsibilitiesManage end-to-end contracts, ensuring compliance with...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Datacom Full time

    Company OverviewDatacom is a leading technology company that works with organisations and communities across Australia and New Zealand to make a difference in people's lives.About the RoleWe're looking for a highly experienced and passionate Senior Full Stack .NET Developer to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of software development.You'll be...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Datacom Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack .NET Developer to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of software development at Datacom. As a key member of our team, you will be instrumental in building robust and scalable web applications using the Microsoft .NET stack.Key Responsibilities:Leverage your deep .NET expertise to build...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Mitre 10 (New Zealand) Limited Full time

    About the Job DescriptionThis job description provides an overview of the key responsibilities and requirements for the Front-End Supervisor role at Mitre 10 MEGA Whanganui.Job Overview:This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, including a weekend shift. You will be working in a fast-paced retail environment with a focus on delivering exceptional...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Octave Full time

    We're seeking a highly skilled Senior Front-end Developer to join our team at Octave. The successful candidate will lead the creation of stunning, user-focused interfaces and deliver seamless digital experiences. This role requires close collaboration with designers, back-end developers, project managers, and client teams to transform creative concepts into...


  • Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Datacom Full time

    Company OverviewDatacom works with organisations and communities across Australia and New Zealand to make a difference in people's lives and help organisations use the power of tech to innovate and grow.About the RoleWe're seeking a highly experienced Software Development Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of software...