Lead Front End Developer - React

Are you the kind of developer that loves to lean into challenges and keen to play a major role in creating an enterprise SaaS solution from scratch? Sick of maintaining monoliths or not having the freedom to build with a modern technical stack?

This is a unique opportunity to work closely with an ambitious team in making key technical decisions that will pave the way for the future of widely used e-commerce products.

The primary objective for this position is to lead the development of a new React/Redux frontend with the support of solutions and infrastructure architects, backend engineers, designers, product managers and other frontend developers.

About us

The Cavewire network is currently being utilized by over 1500 companies, having processed over $120M in GMV we're experiencing rapid growth. After launching in early 2016 we're now looking to double our team as we continue to expand into new verticals. We are a start-up sized company, where you can make an immediate impact. Our team is technical and understands developer needs. We're located on Southern Gold Coast, Brisbane and San Francisco, with the option for working remotely. Our main office is in Burleigh Heads, 2 minutes from the beach, with lifestyle balance a major part of our company culture. Join our team today and become part of the journey.

Applicants must meet the below criteria. Only those successful will be contacted for an interview. Let us know what makes you perfect for this role and include any projects or repositories you can share, we love side projects.

About you

Passionate about coding and keeping up to date with the latest technology trends

Deep understanding of client side architecture and web protocols with a vision for scalability

Ability to see the bigger picture when designing the backbone of the frontend, keeping performance, security and component reusability paramount

Keen to collaborate with UX designers with your own sense for how to best implement features

Believe in the value of testing frameworks and product stability

Take initiative and responsibility for your work, having pride and attention to detail in everything you do

Excellent problem-solving, analytical and troubleshooting skills; ability to work with minimum guidance in a fast paced environment

Provide input into development, design and the enhancement of systems and procedures, recommending strategies for implementing new and existing policies

Requirements

3+ years experience and recent hands-on coding and software design in React.Js, Redux, HTML5, CSS3

Proficient with API driven technologies such as GraphQL and RESTful methodologies

Experience with cloud based technologies such as GCP and AWS

Experience with agile, iterative, and test-driven development methods

Proficient with unit testing and automated GUI testing frameworks (remember, you're free implement your favourite tools)

Provide thought leadership when making technical decisions

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an affinity for problem-solving