Next.js Front End Engineer (SAAS) - (hybrid/remote)

As a Next.js Front End Engineer at Eventogy, you'll be at the forefront of our platform's rebuild, driving the development of its frontend with React.js and Next.js. Your key responsibilities will include collaborating with UX/UI designers and back-end developers to deliver user-friendly web applications, turning designs into high-quality code, ensuring optimal performance and scalability, and maintaining reusable code libraries. Additionally, you'll conduct thorough testing to ensure a seamless user experience.

To excel in the Next.js Front End Engineer role at Eventogy, candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience working specifically with React.js and Next.js, preferably on SaaS products. Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript is essential. Knowledge of code versioning tools like Git is a plus, along with strong problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities are also necessary to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

At Eventogy, we promote a hybrid work environment, giving our Next.js Front End Engineers the flexibility to work remotely or in our Farringdon office. This vibrant setting encourages collaboration, as team members typically meet 2-3 times a week. The office is conveniently located near popular cafés and food markets, offering a great atmosphere to connect with colleagues over a cup of coffee or a meal. Plus, access to Gymbox enhances the work-life balance we're committed to providing our employees.

Eventogy is dedicated to the professional growth of our Next.js Front End Engineers. We provide training opportunities tailored to individual needs, ensuring that you are equipped with the latest industry skills and knowledge. This commitment to continuous learning enhances your expertise, allowing you to contribute to our innovative projects effectively. Our collaborative culture also facilitates knowledge-sharing among team members, further fostering growth.

Working as a Next.js Front End Engineer at Eventogy comes with numerous benefits, including a competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £60,000. You'll enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid or remote work arrangement, with the option to meet regularly in our welcoming office environment. Additional perks include access to a Gymbox membership, a vibrant work setting with local amenities, and professional development support tailored just for you. We value our team and strive to create an enjoyable work atmosphere.

In your response, focus on specific projects where you utilized Next.js, highlighting the features you implemented and how they improved the user experience. Discuss any unique challenges you faced and how you overcame them, showcasing your problem-solving skills and collaboration with design teams.

Elaborate on your best practices for writing clean, modular code. Mention techniques you use, such as code reviews, comments, and keeping components reusable. Highlight any tools or methodologies you employ to maintain code quality, like version control systems or testing frameworks.

Discuss various optimization techniques like code splitting, lazy loading, and minimizing bundle sizes. You can also mention the tools you use for performance tracking and debugging, like Google Lighthouse, to assess application speed, responsiveness, and other vital metrics.

Detail your communication strategies and tools you use to collaborate effectively, such as creating wireframes or conducting design reviews. Emphasize how these collaborations enhance the final product and your role within the development lifecycle.

Narrate a specific incident where you encountered a complex bug, outlining your troubleshooting process. Discuss the steps you took, any tools you used, and how resolving the issue improved the project or team dynamics.

Talk about the resources you use, such as blogs, podcasts, or webinars, and how you apply new knowledge to your work. You might also mention any communities or forums you engage with to share insights and gain different perspectives.

Describe your process for interpreting design specifications, from reviewing mockups to structuring your code. Discuss the importance of communication with designers to clarify inconsistencies and how you test final outputs against original designs.

Emphasize your positive attitude towards feedback and its role in personal and team growth. Discuss your experiences in code review sessions and how you've applied feedback to enhance your skills or project outcomes.

Share the version control systems you’re familiar with, focusing on Git. Talk about how you use branches, commits, and pull requests to manage your workflow and ensure code integrity within your projects.

Discuss your understanding of web application security best practices, such as input validation, escaping output, and secure cookie usage. Highlight any projects where you implemented specific security measures to safeguard user data and maintain compliance.