Senior Frontend Engineer - Next.js
First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026.
THE GIG :
As a Front-end Developer, you will :
- Develop and implement user interfaces for complex multi-channel customer experience projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including UX/UI designers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure design and functionality align with business needs.
- Support project timelines by identifying and mitigating risks and resolving development-related bottlenecks.
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for performance optimization and efficiency.
- Utilize data-driven insights to inform design decisions and demonstrate the impact of front-end development.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, agility, and innovation.
THE STUFF THAT SETS YOU APART :
Must-Have Experience :
- 4+ years of proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Minimum 1 year/s experience with front-end frameworks/libraries such as Next.js and Storybook.
- Knowledge of responsive design principles and mobile-first development
- Familiarity with version control systems like Git
- Understanding of RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
- Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
- Experience with CSS preprocessors like Sass or LESS
- Knowledge of build tools and task runners such as Webpack, Gulp, or Grunt
- Experience in SEO, accessibility with analysing and mapping customer journeys, and familiarity with digital marketing tools like GA4.
Soft Skills :
- Communication : Clearly articulating ideas and collaborating with team members and stakeholders.
- Teamwork : Working effectively within a team, contributing to a positive and productive environment.
- Adaptability : Being flexible and open to new ideas, technologies, and methodologies.
- Problem-solving : Approaching challenges with a solution-oriented mindset.
- Attention to Detail : Ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in your work.
- Time Management : Prioritizing tasks and managing time efficiently to meet deadlines.
- Creativity : Bringing innovative ideas to the table and thinking outside the box.
- Empathy : Understanding user needs and perspectives to create user-friendly interfaces.
- Continuous Learning : Staying updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.
- Resilience : Handling setbacks and feedback constructively and maintaining a positive attitude.
Education :
- Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Systems, Marketing Technology, or related field.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster, PMI-ACP, SAFe Agilist) are a plus.
Nice to Have :
- Experience in the retail industry, particularly within a global context.
- Proven track record of collaborating cross-functional technology teams in front-end development or customer experience projects.
- Experience in headless CMS - ContentStack, Contentful, Amplience.
Culture :
We live and breathe Rebellious Self Expression at Dr. Martens, and there are 3 core values at the heart of it : BE YOURSELF, ACT COURAGEOUSLY, SHOW YOU CARE.
At DM your technical capability will go hand in hand with the below :
- Great relationship management that delivers results through effective teamwork
- You'll be a proud custodian to our DM's culture, embodying what we stand for and encouraging others to do the same
- You'll help build a highly engaged team - ensuring a collaborative culture and providing guidance & support to other team members
- You will take ownership for your own development, proactively seeking out feedback to build self-awareness
- You will bring the outside-in; you'll share best practice across the team/business and encourage ideas sharing as well as collaborative problem solving
- You'll lead the way and role model on all things DE&I & wellbeing
Skills
HTML, CSS, Javascript, Next.js, RESTful API, Webpack, UI, Contentstack