Please note that as this is a contracting role, we will only be able to accept applications from candidates who are currently based in New Zealand.
Our Purpose
Datacom works with organisations and communities across Australia and New Zealand to make a difference in people’s lives and help organisations use the power of tech to innovate and grow. Please note that as this is a contracting role, we will only be able to accept applications from candidates who are currently based in New Zealand.
About the Role: Ignite Your Potential
As a Senior Frontend Developer - React JS, you'll be instrumental in designing, developing, and implementing innovative and intuitive user interfaces from conception to deployment. You'll leverage your deep understanding of React JS and the modern frontend ecosystem to create seamless, high-performance web applications. This role offers a significant opportunity to contribute to our core product development, drive technical best practices, and shape the user experience. You'll be a key player in a collaborative environment, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Lead the development of engaging, intuitive user interfaces using React JS.
- Drive technical excellence and establish best practices across the frontend development lifecycle.
- Design and build reusable, performant, and accessible React components.
- Champion code quality through meticulous reviews and architectural contributions within the frontend codebase.
- Optimize React applications for performance, security, and maintainability.
- Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers and backend API developers to integrate seamless user experiences.
- Mentor team members and foster a collaborative frontend development environment.
What You'll Bring:
- 5+ years of extensive frontend development experience with a strong focus on ReactJS.
- Exceptional proficiency in React JS, covering hooks, state management (e.g., Redux, Context API, Zustand), and modern front-end build tools (e.g., Webpack, Vite).
- Deep understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript/TypeScript best practices for building robust user interfaces.
- Proven experience in designing, developing, and consuming secure and scalable RESTful APIs from a frontend perspective.
- Solid understanding of frontend testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress) for writing comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end tests for robust code quality.
- Expertise with Git for version control and collaborative development workflows.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and practical understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps principles as they apply to frontend deployments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to tackle complex UI challenges and deliver effective solutions.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, fostering a collaborative environment in agile settings.
Why Choose Datacom?
As one of Australasia's IT powerhouses, Datacom offers the agility and innovation of a startup, coupled with the influence and opportunities of an industry leader. Our people-first culture is palpable - you'll feel it the moment you walk through our doors.
We offer an array of perks, from vibrant social events to serene chill-out spaces, hybrid working setups, and an abundance of professional development opportunities. At Datacom, you'll grow your career, connect deeply with peers, and bring your true self to work every day.
Leading the charge in tech, we tackle some of the biggest challenges and most exciting opportunities across Australia and New Zealand. If you're eager for adventure and driven by possibility, you'll fit right in.
Join us as we champion an inclusive, fun, and supportive workplace where your contributions are celebrated, and your growth is nurtured. Together, let's explore what's possible and create the future!
