Akkadian Labs focuses exclusively on creating collaboration inspired software that maximizes business results by improving the way people communicate and work together. Our solutions include turnkey applications and custom software solutions. Technology is complex. We make it simple.
The Front-End Developer is a vital role within the team, leveraging your expertise to create easy to use software solutions based on the latest programs, languages and algorithms.
We are looking for a Front-End Developer who has a passion for coding and loves pushing out the best quality code that is both appealing and functional. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies, contribute to meaningful projects, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of web development.
If this sounds interesting to you, and you are customer-centric, innovative results driven, organized, autonomous, adaptable team player, and takes pride in coding as an art, we want to talk to you!
This position is based in Accra, Ghana.
Responsibilities
With a focus on maintainability, scalability and quality, you will:
- Use modern and emerging technologies to develop fast and stable production ready applications
- Work with your fellow engineers to contribute to solution formation and help us deliver the best product possible
- Follow the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) process models, including Agile/Scrum methodologies, as well as full life cycle project management experience
Requirements
- 4+ years of web frontend development experience, with a focus on modern, evolving technologies.
- Expertise in PHP, HTML5, JavaScript (ES6+), CSS3, and modern frameworks/libraries such as React, Vue, or Svelte.
- Familiarity with Web Components, responsive design principles, and CSS Grid/Flexbox for cutting-edge, adaptive UIs.
- Strong experience in cross-browser and cross-platform compatibility, including mobile-first design and progressive enhancement.
- Ability to translate Figma/Sketch/XD design systems into responsive, accessible web applications.
- A continuous learning mindset and enthusiasm for adopting and promoting emerging trends such as WebAssembly, server-side rendering (SSR), or Jamstack architectures.
- Collaborative team player, able to communicate effectively with developers, designers, project managers, and QA teams.
- Strong foundation in object-oriented programming (OOP) and design patterns.
- Commitment to maintainability, scalability, and high code quality using best practices in testing, version control, and automated deployment pipelines.
- Proficiency in modern backend technologies and architectures, including LAMP stacks, cloud-native development (AWS, Azure), and serverless architecture.
- Familiarity with next-gen frameworks like Laravel or Node.js to build robust, flexible applications.
- Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and data integration strategies (JSON, XML, SOAP).
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes), ensuring smooth, automated deployments.
- Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum/Kanban) and commitment to iterative development and continuous improvement.
- Focus on accessibility and inclusive design principles, ensuring web applications meet WCAG 2.1 standards.
- Strong communicator, comfortable in both technical discussions and high-level strategy planning, with an eagerness to mentor and share knowledge
- Self-driven, highly adaptable, and passionate about delivering results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Core Skills:
- Understanding of Agile development (scrum)
- Team player, who works well with others
- Strong sense of ownership and follow-up
- Self-starter and proactive
- Sense of urgency
- Cultural Fit!!!
Benefits
We offer paid holidays, paid vacation, and a competitive healthcare package!
