Part-time Software Engineer, Frontend

As a Part-time Software Engineer, Frontend at Harmonic, you will design, develop, and test frontend applications, utilizing HTML, CSS, Javascript, and modern frameworks like React. You’ll also execute defined project requirements, implement automated testing, and troubleshoot any frontend issues that arise.

To qualify for the Part-time Software Engineer, Frontend role at Harmonic, candidates should possess a BS in computer science or a related field, along with a minimum of 3 years of experience in frontend development. Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and Javascript, along with an understanding of web performance optimization and responsive design principles, is also important.

Harmonic emphasizes the implementation of automated testing as a crucial part of ensuring high-quality code. As a Part-time Software Engineer, Frontend, you will be expected to integrate automated testing practices into your development workflow to catch issues early and maintain code integrity.

Candidates for the Part-time Software Engineer, Frontend role at Harmonic should be well-versed in HTML, CSS, and Javascript. Familiarity with modern frameworks like React is essential, as well as experience with responsive design, accessibility standards, and cross-browser compatibility.

While building mobile applications is a preferred qualification for the Part-time Software Engineer, Frontend position at Harmonic, it is not strictly required. Candidates with strong experience in web applications and modern frontend technologies will still be considered.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you've utilized React. Discuss your familiarity with React components, state management, and performance optimization techniques to showcase your depth of knowledge.

Discuss your understanding of accessibility guidelines such as WCAG and ARIA roles. Mention any tools you've used to evaluate accessibility and how you proactively design for users with different needs.

Talk about your approach to debugging, including browser developer tools, logging, and testing frameworks. Share examples where your strategies effectively resolved complex bugs.

Explain how you utilize CSS media queries, flexible grids, and responsive images to create layouts that work on various devices. Mention any frameworks you leverage for streamlining this process.

Share a specific project that showcases your skills as a Frontend Developer, detailing your role, the challenges faced, and how your contributions led to the project’s success.

Illustrate your commitment to ongoing learning by listing resources such as online courses, blogs, and community involvement you engage with to stay informed and improve your skills.

Discuss the automated testing frameworks you’ve used, such as Jest or Cypress, and how you've integrated them into your development workflow to enhance code reliability.

Explain techniques you’ve applied, such as code splitting, lazy loading, and optimizing images, to improve the performance of your frontend applications and enhance user experience.

Mention tools like Git, GitHub, or Bitbucket that you employ for version control. Discuss how these tools aid in collaboration within a development team and maintaining organized project progress.

Emphasize the importance of open communication and collaboration. Share strategies for addressing conflicts, such as seeking to understand their perspective and finding common ground to reach a resolution.