At a Glance
- Tasks: Transform Figma designs into stunning, responsive websites using WordPress and modern tech.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in Dedham focused on innovative web solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, on-site parking, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting in-house role with a focus on creativity and technical excellence.
- Why this job: Make your mark by creating impactful web experiences and collaborating with clients.
- Qualifications: Strong skills in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and WordPress; experience with modern frameworks is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Salary: £35,000 - 45,000 per year
Requirements:
- Strong working knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and PHP.
- Strong familiarity with the WordPress ecosystem, including themes, architecture, and backend.
- Keen, pixel‑perfect eye for detail when translating Figma designs into responsive, interactive elements.
- Solid experience with modern build tools such as Vite and CSS preprocessors such as Sass.
- Good working knowledge of relational databases, specifically MySQL and SQLite.
- Strong proficiency with Git, including branching, merging, and pull requests.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to speak directly with clients.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and a logical approach to debugging.
- Experience with modern PHP frameworks, especially Laravel, would be a plus.
- Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks and libraries, particularly React and Next.js, would be a plus.
- Working knowledge of TypeScript would be a plus.
- Experience building custom WordPress plugins from scratch would be a plus.
- Experience building, securing, and consuming RESTful APIs would be a plus.
- Knowledge of semantic HTML and basic technical SEO best practices would be a plus.
- Familiarity with modern deployment tools and server workflows would be a plus.
- Familiarity with Photoshop would be a plus.
Responsibilities:
- Translate high-fidelity Figma designs into pixel‑perfect, responsive web elements.
- Develop websites using our in-house WordPress block theme.
- Maintain and build upon our Laravel, React, and Next.js projects.
- Communicate directly with clients to gather requirements and present solutions.
- Explain complex technical concepts in plain English.
- Troubleshoot bugs, optimize performance, and ensure a seamless user experience across devices.
Technologies:
- Backend
- CSS
- Figma
- Git
- HTML5
- JavaScript
- Laravel
- MySQL
- PHP
- React
- SASS
- SQLite
- TypeScript
- Web
- WordPress
- Frontend
We are hiring a Senior Front End Developer for a fully in-house role based in Dedham, with a preferred location of Colchester CO7. The role is focused on bringing Figma designs to life through bespoke WordPress websites built on our in-house block‑based theme, while also supporting our growing portfolio of modern web applications. We offer on‑site parking, and the position is based in person.
Front End Developer in Colchester employer: Sivara GmbH
Join a dynamic team in Dedham where creativity meets technology! As a Senior Front End Developer, you'll enjoy a collaborative work culture that values innovation and attention to detail, with opportunities for professional growth and development. With on-site parking and a focus on delivering bespoke WordPress solutions, this role offers a rewarding environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact in web development.
