At a Glance
- Tasks: Create stunning web experiences using React, Next.js, and TypeScript.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking tech company in Liverpool with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy 35 days holiday, mental health support, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities and a supportive team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while growing your skills in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Experience with React and a passion for learning new technologies.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
We’re looking for a Frontend Developer who enjoys turning ideas into well-crafted, responsive web experiences. You’ll be part of a cross‑functional squad that designs, builds and ships products that genuinely make a difference for our customers.
Location: Liverpool City Centre HQ / Hybrid (3 days in office)
Salary: £45,000–£55,000 depending on experience
What You’ll Do
- Build and maintain responsive web applications using React, Next.js and TypeScript.
- Work closely with designers and backend engineers to deliver high‑quality, user‑focused features.
- Contribute to shared component libraries and help improve our design system.
- Use Sentry and PostHog to monitor and improve frontend performance and user experience.
- Write clean, maintainable and testable code.
- Take part in code reviews and learn from more experienced team members.
- Share ideas, ask questions and contribute to how we build and deliver software.
Our Tech Stack
- Frontend: React, Next.js, TypeScript.
- Infrastructure: Nginx, Docker, Azure.
- Monitoring and Analytics: Sentry, PostHog.
- Tooling: Git, CI/CD pipelines, Agile methodologies.
Engineering Practices
- CI/CD pipelines for fast, reliable deployments.
- Code reviews and pairing to share knowledge and improve quality.
- Monitoring with Sentry and PostHog to understand and improve user experience.
- Regular retrospectives and a culture of continuous learning.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience building applications with React, Next.js or similar frameworks.
- Understanding of modern frontend practices, including responsive design and testing.
- Some experience with TypeScript or a strong desire to learn it.
- A collaborative mindset and an interest in product design and usability.
- Curiosity, initiative and a willingness to take feedback and keep learning.
- A desire to grow into a more senior role over time.
Benefits
- 35 days’ holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options.
- 24/7 mental health support and free counselling available.
- Career development through learning programs and leadership opportunities.
- Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform.
- Hybrid working options to support work‑life balance and individual needs.
- Recognition awards, social events and more.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Acorn is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.
Frontend Developer employer: Acorn Recruitment
At Acorn, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Liverpool City Centre. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through extensive career development programmes and flexible working options that promote a healthy work-life balance. With generous benefits like 35 days' holiday and 24/7 mental health support, we ensure our Frontend Developers thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to meaningful projects that make a real difference for our customers.
