Front End Developer

As a Front End Developer at Fidelity, you will engage in creating engaging customer experiences by collaborating on a Scrum team to build and deliver features for our Digital Platforms. You will work on translating design mock-ups into technical implementations using technologies like Angular, JavaScript, and HTML/CSS. Additionally, you’ll be expected to participate in design discussions, communicate technical needs to non-technical team members, and contribute to all stages of development from planning through deployment.

To qualify for a Front End Developer role at Fidelity, a BS/BA Degree or equivalent experience is preferred. You should have at least 3 years of experience focusing on financial services applications. Critical thinking skills and the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders are vital. Proficiency in Angular, JavaScript/TypeScript, and an understanding of the Agile software development methodology are also essential.

Ideal candidates for the Front End Developer position at Fidelity should be proficient in Angular (11+), JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML/CSS, and Node.js. Experience working with GIT, Jenkins, GraphQL, and testing frameworks like Jest and Playwright will be beneficial. A familiarity with AWS and accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1+) will also help you stand out.

Fidelity values continuous growth and improvement, especially for Front End Developers. This environment encourages participation in technical discussions, provides opportunities for training on new technologies, and promotes a culture where innovation is celebrated. Our hybrid working model further enriches the experience, allowing for collaboration both onsite and offsite.

Fidelity's team culture is built around collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. We emphasize personal connections among team members, aiming for a blend of professionalism and a fun atmosphere. Our Scrum teams encourage open communication, which fosters a supportive environment for Front End Developers, allowing everyone to thrive and contribute to significant achievements.

In your response, discuss specific examples of how you've applied Agile methodologies in past projects. Mention the importance of sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives in delivering high-quality features efficiently, along with how collaboration with your team enhanced the development process.

Explain how you adhere to coding standards, use design patterns, and document your code effectively. Discuss practices such as code reviews and unit testing which also contribute to the maintainability and scalability of your projects to ensure they can grow alongside user needs.

Share a specific project that was challenging, outlining the obstacles you faced, the steps taken to overcome them, and the outcomes achieved. Highlight any collaboration with team members and the technologies used, emphasizing problem-solving and teamwork.

Mention your proficiency in specific areas such as Angular, JavaScript, TypeScript, or any libraries and frameworks you're skilled with. Provide examples of projects where you implemented these technologies and the impact they had on the overall success of the project.

Discuss your preferred debugging tools and techniques. Explain the importance of unit testing and how you integrate tests into your development workflow, along with examples of frameworks you’ve used like Jest or Playwright.

Share your strategies for keeping abreast of new developments in Front End technologies, such as following key industry blogs, participating in webinars, or being active in relevant communities. Explain why staying informed is vital to your growth and value as a developer.

Describe an instance where you simplified complex technical concepts for a non-technical audience. Discuss the techniques you used to ensure clarity and understanding while fostering productive discussions.

Discuss best practices for performance optimization, such as code splitting, lazy loading, minimizing assets, and any monitoring tools you use. Explain how these steps can significantly improve the user experience.

Describe your familiarity with GIT, including how you manage branches, merges, and conflicts in your projects. Explain how version control systems enhance team collaboration and project management.

Explain your understanding of accessibility standards like WCAG and how you incorporate them into your development practices. Provide examples of considerations you make during design and coding to make applications accessible for users with disabilities.