UI Engineer

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Our client, a leading organisation in the Utilities sector, is on the lookout for a talented UI Engineer to join their dynamic IT & Digital team within the Electricity Distribution unit. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative digital platforms, enhancing user experiences through cutting-edge technology.

Role: UI Engineer

Duration: 6 Months (Ext Options)

Location: Remote (2 days every 3 months in Bristol)

Rate: £550 pd (umbrella)

Role Overview:
The UI Engineer will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering user-centric front-end experiences. Reporting to the Lead UI Engineer, this position is essential for collaborating with UX Designers, Product Managers, and Software Engineers to bring wireframes and prototypes to life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop high-quality, responsive, and secure user interfaces that work seamlessly across various browsers and devices.


• Implement and maintain a comprehensive suite of automated tests to validate frontend changes.


• Collaborate closely with UX designers to translate designs into functional front-end components, aligning with micro-frontend and component-based strategies.


• Ensure a consistent look and feel across all digital products through a shared design system.


• Write clear, modular, and testable front-end code, adhering to best practises and accessibility standards.


• Optimise application performance through efficient front-end architecture and code splitting techniques.


• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback, contributing to front-end development standards.


• Work with back-end engineers to define data contracts and integrate with RESTful APIs.


• Troubleshoot and resolve user interface issues across the digital frontend estate.


• Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending improvements.


• Contribute to Agile ceremonies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and experimentation.

Ideal Candidate Profile:
Our client is seeking a UI Engineer who possesses the following skills and experience:

• Spec and AI driven development


• 3-5 years of experience in a front-end or UI engineering role, ideally in a cloud or hybrid environment.


• Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, and the Angular Framework.


• Expertise in automation testing, including unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.


• Proven experience in building responsive, accessible, and high-performance user interfaces.


• Familiarity with GIT, continuous integration, and delivery pipelines.


• Understanding of RESTful APIs and experience integrating with back-end services.


• Experience with UX design systems and tools such as Figma or Storybook.


• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.


• Awareness of secure coding practises and data privacy considerations in UI development.

Qualifications:

• A relevant bachelor's or master's degree or technology certifications are essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking organisation and enhance digital experiences for customers. If you are passionate about UI development and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role could be the perfect fit!

How to Apply:
If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you're a great fit, please answer screening questions during application and submit your CV.

Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered.

Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.

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