Software Engineer at Ogilvy Africa

JOB PURPOSE – SUMMARY

The Software Engineer- Front End will be responsible for creating and implementing innovative web designs and user experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of front-end technologies and be able to translate business requirements into high-quality code. The Software Engineer- Front End will collaborate with the UI/UX design team and bridge the gap between graphical design and technical implementation

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develop responsive web-based user interfaces using modern front-end technologies.
• Collaborate with the UI/UX design team to translate design concepts into functional web applications.
• Implement and maintain high-quality, reusable, and efficient code.
• Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and implement solutions to enhance usability.
• Implement and maintain high-quality, reusable, and efficient code, with proficiency in CSS frameworks like Tailwind.
• Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability, leveraging expertise in React, Vue, and Tailwind CSS.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in front-end development.
• Build high-quality and reusable code adopting latest web technologies.
• Optimize application to achieve optimal page load speeds on various devices and browsers.
• Troubleshoot and debug already developed applications.

PROFESSION, TECHNICAL SKILL AND PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Web Development, or related field.
• 5 year’s experience developing modern, responsive, and cross-browser-compatible websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Knowledge of JavaScript frameworks such as React or Vue.
• Knowledge of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Understanding of web performance optimization and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Portfolio of previous work demonstrating a strong understanding of user interface and user experience design.