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Senior Frontend Web Developer (Website/CMS/React) - 12 Mth Fixed Term Contract

Squiz is looking to add a Senior Frontend Web Developer to it's professional services team, someone who is looking for arole where you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects within various sectors. You will focus on assuring our clients get the best result possible (technical and best practice).

Ideally can start early new year.

We’re location-flexible! This role is open to all candidates on the east coast of Australia.

Who you are:

For this role, we ask that you can demonstrate:

Strength in frontend web development technologies - Javascript (vanilla Js and various frameworks React (Must have)), Html, CSS etc
Experience with website, portals, intranets and CMS
Desire to continue coding and being very hands-on
Confidence and articulate communication skills
Experience in a client-facing role, and skilled at managing stakeholders
Experience in planning, designing and building, high-quality, robust websites or applications.
Experience at providing technical leadership
Analytical capabilities to consider multiple solutions, and assess strengths and weaknesses of each
Experience in gathering and writing technical specifications

Nice to have:

Experience working in a client facing role - Consulting or Digital Agency

What you would do:

Overall technical delivery of projects (budget, timeline, quality, scope)
Ensure buy-in from development teams and stakeholders to proposed solutions
Ensure best development practise is followed
Provide accurate estimates on tickets
Mentor and provide direction to peer developers
Strong, respected partnership with the Agile Project Manager
Technical delivery of the project/work to the client’s satisfaction
Constant evaluation and validation of technical assumptions
Feedback to Development Manager on areas of training / professional development for developers

*Note - This is not a daily rate contract

Why work for Squiz?

You’ll work with some of the most intelligent and down to earth people you’ve ever meet. We are made up of a diverse range of passionate professionals who love challenging the status quo. Every day is different, but what is constant is we all love what we do.

We have a lived commitment to flexibility, we know the success of our people is dependent on them having a balanced life. You will be offered flexibility as to where and how you work every day. We want you to be able to work in a way that drives productivity, efficiency and outcomes; along with connection and collaboration.

Who we are:

Squiz helps complex, service-led organisations harness the power of digital, improving the services they offer online.

Founded in 1998, Squiz grew during the rise of the internet. Since then, we have evolved from a simple web content management system into a full digital experience platform (DXP), helping customers make the shift from being content managers to experience creators.

The Squiz DXP brings together content, search, data and applications in one place. To get the most out of the platform, customers can collaborate with our digital experts to design solutions and adapt as demands change.

We are headquartered in Australia, with teams and customers across the globe, and offices in New Zealand, the United States, the United Kingdom and Poland.

We celebrate diversity and unite on the elements of our company DNA, starting every customer conversation with “why?” to really understand their needs, working hard to find a way to overcome every challenge, and fighting for better outcomes with the work we do. We also check our egos at door, we don’t take ourselves too seriously and we have fun along the way.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Global Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant

Recruitment Agencies: We politely ask that you avoid making any approaches or sending any unsolicited resumes to our Recruitment Team or Hiring Leaders across our business. Squiz is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

What You Should Know About Senior Frontend Web Developer (Website/CMS/React) - 12 Mth Fixed Term Contract, Squiz

Squiz is on the lookout for a talented Senior Frontend Web Developer to join our professional services team on a 12-month fixed-term contract! If you’re passionate about coding with JavaScript (especially using React), HTML, and CSS, this is the perfect opportunity for you. We work across various sectors, allowing you to tackle an exciting array of projects. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring that our clients receive top-notch technical results and best practices. We're flexible with locations, welcoming candidates from the east coast of Australia who are eager to get hands-on and lead the charge in frontend development. As a pivotal team member, you’ll take charge of project delivery, manage stakeholder expectations, and mentor developing talents. With your analytical skills and attention to detail, you'll help us choose the best technical solutions. At Squiz, we pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, and we value your contributions. Plus, we understand the importance of work-life balance, offering flexibility tailored for your productivity and well-being. Join us in our mission to transform service-led organizations and make a meaningful impact in the digital space!

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What are the main responsibilities of a Senior Frontend Web Developer at Squiz?

As a Senior Frontend Web Developer at Squiz, you will manage overall technical delivery of various projects, ensuring they meet budget, timeline, and quality expectations. You'll collaborate closely with the Agile Project Manager to foster strong partnerships, mentor peer developers, and ensure best practices in development are followed. Your analytical skills will come into play as you assess technical assumptions and provide accurate estimates on project tasks, all while maintaining a focus on our clients' satisfaction.