Senior Software Developer (Front-End)

As a Senior Software Developer (Front-End) at Knak, your key responsibilities will include developing user-friendly web applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, designing scalable and reusable code, participating in code reviews, and mentoring junior developers. You'll work closely with designers and product managers to create compelling user experiences while ensuring the applications are optimized for performance and reliability.

To qualify for the Senior Software Developer (Front-End) position at Knak, you should have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience, at least 6 years in software development, and a solid understanding of JavaScript frameworks like Vue.js, React, or Angular. Experience with TypeScript, RESTful APIs, automated testing frameworks, and a strong emphasis on user experience are also essential qualifications.

At Knak, we believe in continuous learning and career development for our Senior Software Developers. The company provides opportunities for mentorship, encourages attending workshops and conferences, and emphasizes a culture of sharing knowledge and skills. You'll be part of a small but rapidly growing team where you can hone your skills across the full tech stack.

In the role of Senior Software Developer (Front-End) at Knak, you will primarily work with Vue.js, TypeScript, and various web technologies to develop high-performance web applications. You’ll also work with RESTful APIs, testing frameworks like Jest and Playwright, and engage with CI/CD practices using tools like GitHub Actions to streamline the development process.

Knak prides itself on fostering a collaborative and blameless culture, particularly for its Senior Software Developers. The environment encourages transparency, teamwork, and innovation, allowing you to express your ideas freely. We prioritize culture as our core foundation and strive to create a workspace that is inclusive, productive, and enjoyable, making it a great place to work.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects where you used Vue.js. Describe the challenges you faced and how you addressed them, including any unique features you implemented. Highlight your understanding of Vue.js ecosystem tools like Vuex for state management and your approach to ensuring code quality.

Discuss your strategies for optimizing application performance, such as lazy loading components, using efficient algorithms, minifying code, and implementing caching. Providing examples of how you've successfully reduced loading times in previous projects would strengthen your response.

Outline your experience with testing frameworks, specifically mentioning Jest and Playwright. Discuss your approach to TDD, the importance of automated tests, and any experience you have with integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines, giving specific examples if possible.

Talk about your practices for writing clean code, such as following SOLID principles, keeping functions small and focused, and using descriptive naming conventions. Emphasize the importance of documentation and code reviews in maintaining team standards.

Provide an example of a project where collaboration was key. Discuss how you maintained open lines of communication, utilized design mockups, and iterated on feedback to ensure that the final product met user expectations and business objectives.

Summarize your experience with integrating RESTful APIs into your applications. Discuss authentication methods, how you handle error responses, and any strategies you use to ensure the API calls are efficient and secure.

Share your methods for staying up-to-date, such as following tech blogs, attending webinars, and participating in developer communities. Mention specific trends you are currently following and how they might influence your work or company strategy.

Define CI/CD and discuss the benefits it brings to software development. Describe your hands-on experience with tools like GitHub Actions and how you've used these practices to streamline deployments and improve code quality in your previous projects.

Discuss the complexities you encountered working with microservices, such as communication between services or handling versioning. Explain the solutions you implemented, focusing on collaboration and best practices in service orchestration.

Talk about the importance of UX in your front-end development. Discuss how you prioritize user feedback, usability testing, and design principles in your projects to create interfaces that are both functional and enjoyable for the user.