Senior Frontend Engineer (f/m/d) - UI Platform

What if... your work empowered change in an industry that essentially impacts the prosperity of the entire world? Forto is in business to exactly do that - disrupt logistics! Simplifying global trade has been our mission from day one. Our exponentially growing team of technology and logistics experts forge ahead each day with the goal to deliver a highly transparent, frictionless and sustainable digital supply chain while chasing towards our moonshot goal of achieving climate neutral operations by 2025.

In our Engineering department we solve one of the biggest challenges of global logistics and supply chain management: reducing the industry's high complexity with a digital and sustainable approach. We architect creative solutions that drive efficiency and innovation.

Your role

As a Senior Frontend Engineer (f/m/d) with the UI Platform team at Forto, you'll join an innovative engineering group focused on developing software, systems, and processes to boost our productivity in creating web applications. You'll collaborate within a small yet influential team of platform engineers, who work on constructing reusable solutions in the form of libraries, to offer architectural recommendations, tooling, and deployment systems. Additionally, you’ll closely collaborate with designers and contribute to building a robust design system.

You will

• Develop and maintain internal libraries and developer tools that enhance our product development speed and efficiency
• Actively collaborate with web product teams, understanding stakeholder needs to devise long-lasting solutions
• Offer expert advice on product architecture, including language practices, library selection, and overall design, spreading this knowledge throughout the engineering team
• Lead the adoption of engineering best practices, promoting standards through various channels such as tech talks, code reviews, and mentorship programs
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues across multiple systems, designing comprehensive end-to-end solutions
• Uphold a user-centric approach, prioritizing the needs of both internal and external users in all developments
• Coordinate effectively across different engineering teams, ensuring smooth communication and collaboration
• Independently manage projects, from conception to completion, estimating realistic timelines and proactively filling knowledge gaps through continuous learning

What you bring

• Experience in frontend web technologies, demonstrating proficiency and a deep understanding of the frontend ecosystem across various product teams
• Critical thinking skills, with the ability to anticipate potential problems and plan for different stages of solution lifecycles
• Excellent communication skills, with an emphasis on engaging the right stakeholders, balancing diverse needs, and collaborating across engineering teams
• A strong sense of motivation and commitment to long-term goals, paired with an eagerness for ongoing personal and professional development
• Experience in Agile development practices and ability to adapt quickly to changing requirements
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English