Design, build, and optimize production-grade front-end applications using React/Next.js and TypeScript. Integrate with REST/GraphQL APIs and headless CMS, ensure performance (Core Web Vitals), implement testing (Jest, Cypress, Playwright), and support CI/CD deployments. Collaborate in Agile teams, follow design systems, and maintain high-quality responsive UIs.
Job Description:
Required Skills & Experience
- 5+ years of front-end development experience focusing on JavaScript/TypeScript.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with Next.js and React.js in production.
- Advanced CSS skills, including CSS Modules, SCSS, PostCSS, and responsive design principles.
- API Integration & CRUD Operations: Expertise in RESTful APIs and GraphQL.
- Headless CMS Experience: Strong background in Sitecore, Contentful, Sanity, Strapi, or similar CMS platforms.
- Web Performance & Optimization: Experience with Lighthouse, Core Web Vitals, caching strategies, and performance monitoring.
- Testing & QA: Proficiency in Jest, Cypress, Playwright, and UI testing strategies.
- Version Control & CI/CD: Experience with Git (GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket), automated testing, and cloud deployments (Vercel, AWS, Netlify, or Cloudflare Pages).
- Design Systems: Experience with Storybook, Material UI, TailwindCSS, or Radix UI.
Soft Skills & Work Practices
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in building high-quality software.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a distributed engineering team.
- Experience in Agile/Scrum development methodologies and proficiency with Jira and Confluence.
- Strong communication skills to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
Bonus Skills (Nice-to-Have)
- E-commerce Experience: Familiarity with Shopify, Commerce.js, or custom booking systems.
- Backend & Middleware: Basic knowledge of Node.js, serverless functions (AWS Lambda, Vercel Edge Functions), and databases (MongoDB, PostgreSQL).
Location:
DGS India - Pune - Kharadi EON Free ZoneBrand:
MerkleTime Type:
Full timeContract Type:
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