Front End Developer (REACT)

Unclassified - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

About the position

The Front End Developer (REACT) position at DataFielder Inc. is a long-term, hybrid role based in New York City, focused on creating innovative web applications for the investment banking sector. The role requires a blend of technical expertise in web development, particularly with React, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a product team to meet dynamic business needs.

Responsibilities

• Engage as a key engineer within an agile team, partnering with a product owner, designers, and QA to craft and refine digital banking websites.
• Take charge of the complete development lifecycle - from design through development, unit testing, and implementation.
• Work closely with the QA team to guarantee thorough testing and maintenance of web platforms.
• Liaise with product teams, designers, and internal stakeholders to deliver a performant, user-centric website.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years in web development, with a substantial portion (4-5 years) focused on digital platforms.
• Expertise in JavaScript, with a solid understanding of DOM, JavaScript object model, Object-Oriented programming, design patterns, coding standards, and optimization.
• Advanced skills in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript, and related web technologies.
• Proficiency with front-end libraries such as React, demonstrating the ability to build complex, efficient, and maintainable user interfaces.
• Ability to convert business needs into technical specifications, identifying problems and formulating technical recommendations.
• Collaborate within a product team context to provide technical insights.
• Work alongside backend developers to ensure seamless integration of frontend components with server-side APIs.
• Extensive coding experience for cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.
• In-depth understanding of web layouts, usability, W3C guidelines, and web security principles.
• Commitment to crafting user interfaces that comply with WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards.
• Experience with version control, preferably Azure DevOps.
• Demonstrated experience in Agile methodology, from application design to software development and testing.
• Strong interpersonal skills coupled with proficient written and verbal communication abilities.
• Experience with Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and similar web integration tools.
• Must have prior experience in financial services, particularly investment banking.
• A degree, certification, or equivalent experience in Web Development, Digital Programming, or Computer Science.