Front End Developer

Version 1 has celebrated 30 years in business and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver technology and transformation solutions that drive customer success. Our deep expertise enables our customers to navigate the rapidly evolving technology landscape. We foster strong partnerships with global technology leaders including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, Snowflake, ensuring that our customers are provided with the highest quality solutions and services.

We’re an award-winning employer reflecting how our employees are at the very heart of what we do:

• UK & Ireland's premier AWS, Microsoft & Oracle partner
• 3300+ strong, €350/£300m revenue business
• 10+ years as a Great Place to Work in Ireland & UK
• Best Workplace for Women in the UK & Ireland by GPTW
• Best Workplace for Wellbeing in the UK by GPTW

We’re a core values driven company, we hire people who share our values, and we reward those who display and foster them, it’s deeply embedded within our DNA. Invest in us and we’ll invest in you!.

Overview

We are seeking a Front-End Software Developer to join a growing technology team focused on delivering innovative digital solutions that enhance operational efficiency and user experiences. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing and maintaining modern web applications, working closely with business stakeholders and technical teams to deliver scalable, user-centric solutions.

While the primary focus of this role is front-end development, the successful candidate will also contribute to API integration and full-stack development activities where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain responsive web applications that deliver seamless and engaging user experiences.
• Collaborate with designers, product teams and business stakeholders to implement intuitive and accessible user interfaces.
• Develop clean, maintainable and efficient code using modern web technologies and frameworks.
• Integrate web applications with RESTful APIs and third-party services.
• Contribute to both front-end and back-end development activities where required.
• Develop and maintain automated testing solutions to ensure application quality and reliability.
• Participate in peer code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, QA and business stakeholders.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions and functional specifications.
• Troubleshoot, optimise and enhance existing applications.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including setup guides, application documentation and API specifications.

Required Experience

• Professional software development experience with a focus on web technologies.
• Experience building and deploying modern web applications in a commercial environment.
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS or GCP.
• Experience working within Agile software development environments.
• Exposure to the full software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing and deployment.

Technical Skills

Essential

• Strong proficiency in:

  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript

• Experience with modern front-end frameworks such as:

  • React
  • Next.js
  • Angular
• Experience developing and integrating RESTful APIs.
• Experience with back-end technologies such as Node.js and Express.
• Comfortable contributing across the full stack when required.
• Experience using Git and collaborative source control workflows.
• Experience working with SQL and/or NoSQL databases.
• Experience working with Azure or similar cloud technologies.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desirable

• Experience with microservices and event-driven architectures.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience integrating third-party services and applications.
• Familiarity with cloud-native development practices.

Personal Attributes

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning and continuous improvement.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to team objectives.

Qualifications

• Degree, Diploma or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Web Development or a related discipline.
• Agile, Scrum, DevOps or Cloud certifications are advantageous but not essential.

Preferred Technology Stack

React, Next.js, Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Node.js, Express.js, REST APIs, Azure, Azure SQL, SQL Server, NoSQL Databases, Git, CI/CD, Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture, Docker and Kubernetes.

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their wellbeing, professional growth, and financial stability.

• Salary Range: €55,000-€65,000
• Share in our success with our Quarterly Performance-Related Profit Share Scheme, where employees collectively benefit from a share of our company's profits
• Strong Career Progression & mentorship coaching through our Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes with a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme
• Flexible/remote working, Version 1 is tremendously understanding of life events and people’s individual circumstances and offer flexibility to help achieve a healthy work life balance
• Financial Wellbeing initiatives including; Version 1 Pension with a 5% employee-matched contribution, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, Financial advice and an Employee Discount scheme
• Employee Wellbeing schemes including Gym Discounts, Bike to Work, Fitness classes, Mindfulness Workshops, Employee Assistance Programme and much more.
• 24 days holiday allowance plus Public Holidays, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies
• Educational assistance, incentivised certifications, and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat
• Reward schemes including Version 1’s Annual Excellence Awards & quarterly Star Awards.
• Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allow you to get involved in local fundraising and development opportunities as part of fostering our diversity, inclusion and belonging schemes.

And many more exciting benefits… drop us a note to find out more.

Version 1 is an equal opportunities employer

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and able to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences, and we value the different perspectives people bring including those shaped by disability and neurodiversity.

We want every candidate to have a positive and accessible recruitment experience. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the process, please contact the recruiter at [email protected]. We will consider all requests carefully, respectfully and confidentially.

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