Web Developer in Leicester

Web Developer in Leicester

Leicester Full-Time On-site
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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Nov, 26

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Posted On

21 Aug, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Information Services

Description

Lead Frontend Developer (React / TypeScript / Node.js)

3 days per week in the office (Tuesday, Thursday & Friday)

VIQU have partnered with a global eCommerce organisation that delivers a high-traffic digital platform used by millions of customers worldwide. As they continue to invest in their technology function, they're looking for a Lead Frontend Developer to provide technical leadership across a business-critical engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to shape technical direction without moving into line management. You'll lead by example, driving engineering standards, reviewing code, mentoring developers and helping deliver a modern, scalable frontend platform.

You'll work within an Agile team focused on enhancing a customer-facing eCommerce platform, influencing architectural decisions and ensuring the team continues to deliver high-quality, performant software.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership across the frontend engineering team.
  • Set coding standards and champion engineering best practices.
  • Lead code reviews and mentor developers to improve quality and consistency.
  • Design, build and enhance a high-performance eCommerce platform serving millions of users.
  • Collaborate with Product, Delivery and Engineering teams to influence technical direction.
  • Drive continuous improvement across development processes and tooling.
  • Participate in an on-call rota during peak trading periods.

Core Technologies

  • React
  • TypeScript
  • Node.js
  • Material UI
  • Next.js

Requirements

  • Experience developing high-traffic, customer-facing web applications, ideally within eCommerce.
  • Previous technical leadership experience through mentoring, code reviews and setting development standards.
  • Solid understanding of frontend performance optimisation and responsive design.
  • Experience working within Agile development teams.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

What's on Offer

  • 10-12% annual bonus.
  • Opportunity to influence the technical direction of a globally recognised eCommerce platform.
  • Modern technology stack with the chance to mentor and shape engineering best practice.
  • Refer them and receive up to Β£1,000 if successful (terms apply).

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Web Developer in Leicester employer: Y-Axis

At Rolls-Royce, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration within our multi-disciplinary teams in Bristol. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through comprehensive training programs and opportunities to lead design activities, ensuring that every team member can thrive while contributing to groundbreaking gas turbine technologies. With generous benefits such as annual leave, group income protection, and a focus on inclusivity, we create an environment where individuals are valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact.

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Contact Details:

Y-Axis Recruitment Team