IBA-Front-End Developer: Cloud

Introduction
At IBM work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities
We are seeking a skilled React Front-End Developer to join our dynamic development team. As a React Front-End Developer you will be responsible for building and maintaining user interfaces using React.js and related technologies. Additionally you will also be involved in maintaining the older version of our application built on top of Backbone.js and Marionette.js. Your role will be crucial in creating efficient scalable and visually appealing web applications that provide exceptional user experiences.

Responsibilities:
– Develop and implement new user-facing features using React.js
– Collaborate with the design team to translate wireframes and mockups into high-quality code
– Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability
– Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards
– Collaborate with back-end developers and stakeholders to integrate front-end components with the server-side infrastructure
– Write and maintain unit tests to ensure the reliability and maintainability of the codebase
– Debug and resolve front-end issues and bugs
– Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in front-end development
– Maintain and enhance the older version of the application built on Backbone.js and Marionette.js

Tasks:
– Develop reusable React.js components and libraries for future use
– Build efficient and high-performing UIs that can handle large amounts of data
– Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs
– Collaborate with the back-end team to design and implement RESTful APIs
– Identify and address performance bottlenecks and implement necessary optimizations
– Maintain and improve the existing codebase of the older version of the application
– Collaborate with the QA team to identify and fix front-end-related issues
– Conduct thorough testing of UI components and ensure cross-browser compatibility
– Continuously refactor and optimize code to improve maintainability and scalability
– Document code and project-related information for future reference

Required Technical and Professional Expertise
‘- Strong proficiency in React.js and its core principles
– Experience working with Backbone.js and Marionette.js
– Proficient understanding of web markup including HTML5 CSS3 and CSS pre-processors (e.g. Sass Less)
– Proficient understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks
– Familiarity with server-side CSS pre-processing platforms (e.g. Node.js)
– Experience with version control systems such as Git
– Knowledge of build tools like Webpack Babel or similar
– Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling
– Experience with front-end testing frameworks (e.g. Jest Enzyme)
– Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
– Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
– Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and meet project deadlines

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
Docker
Instana (or other monitoring tool)