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Inspired Thinking Group (ITG)

Contract Lead Frontend Developer

Birmingham , United Kingdom
contractor Remote

AI overview

Lead cross-functional teams in the development of diverse web-based projects, leveraging technologies like JavaScript, React, and Agile methodologies while mentoring junior developers.

Position Overview:  

 

Projects will range from working on main brand websites with huge amounts of multi- 

lingual content, through to smaller one-off projects such as marketing micro-sites. You will 

also be involved in delivering a wide range of web-based projects along with our digital 

creative teams including the creation of mobile and web applications. 

 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Working as part of cross functional teams whilst providing technical leadership 
  • Be an active member of the development team, specialising in Front End. 
  • Development but also working on projects using technologies with which you may be unfamiliar with 
  • Be responsible for estimating development effort on projects 
  • Help define and execute the development strategy 
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure quality standards are upheld 
  • Work closely with account directors, creative, and the client directly to ensure projects are delivered on time 
  • Mentor and develop other members of the team 
  • Implement and improve working practices 
  • Identify and research emerging market trends to ensure you are always on top of your game 

 

 

Requirements: 

  • Strong knowledge and experience of JavaScript, jQuery, React, Redux, and ES6 
  • Experience of working within an agile environment 
  • At least four years’ development experience 
  • Proven ability to deliver a wide range of projects, large and small 
  • Knowledge of Test-Driven Development 
  • Strong HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (in particular, jQuery) 
  • Strong knowledge of software development practices, processes and theories, especially around Agile Development Principles 
  • GIT 

 

Desired Skills: 

  • Knowledge of development frameworks other than the one you are expert in 
  • Team leadership and mentoring experience 
  • Responsive design and development 
  • Good client experience 
  • Experience in the automotive industry 
  • Knowledge of at least one Java MVC Web development (ideally SpringMVC, alternatively Java MVC frameworks, or alternatively Struts or Struts 2) 

 

 

Inspired Thinking Group (ITG)

Hello! We are Inspired Thinking Group (ITG).Big brands like Costa, KFC, PUMA, John Lewis & Partners, M&S, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), and many more trust ITG to deliver the halo of engaging, tech-powered, agile content that helps them connect with their customers. Bringing this to life are our amazing ITGers (1400+), and we know they’re at their best when we get their working environment right. That means prioritising their Wellbeing through our dedicated, award-winning programme and team of 50+ Wellbeing Champions. It means platforming diversity and inclusion at every opportunity, including our Together Groups which help establish connections within our diverse communities. It means taking sustainability seriously by planting trees in areas hit by climate change, joining the UN Global Compact, and being named the Best Sustainable Technology-Led Marketing Agency in Europe. Most of all, it means building on the culture of fun and togetherness that sets us apart in our industry. Sound good? Check out our vacancies and apply today!

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