Senior Web Developer (react)

Description

We are looking for a motivated, design-driven Senior Web Developer who can implement a scalable and flexible frontend architecture using React. In this position, you will be working in our web development team, collaborating closely with UX/UI designers and product management.

About us

Wire is a European start-up building a modern, secure and open source privacy-focused communications experience. We are a Swiss company with a development center in Berlin, Germany and a sales office in San Francisco, USA. Our people come from a wide range of backgrounds, united by shared passion for communication, design and technology. wire.com

Benefits

When you join:

Work with experts, multicultural team from 20 nationalities, competitive salary, relocation support, career growth opportunities, beautiful office with a rooftop terrace in the heart of Berlin.

Day-to-day:

Functional programming languages, adjustable standing desks, high quality chairs, regular tech talks, developer meetups in the office, bike storage, table tennis, foosball, yoga, breakfasts and lunches.

Responsibilities

• Implementing functionality according to design specifications
• Constructing smooth & pleasant user interfaces
• Creating reusable React components
• Migrating existing frontend code to new technologies (React, Redux)
• Maintain a living style guide

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of React & Redux
• A keen eye for great design
• Master knowledge of CSS-based Layouts (Flexbox, Grids & Floats)
• Enjoy collaborative environments and pair programming
• Handling Responsive Web Design (Media Queries, Flexible Images, SVGs, ...)
• Practical use of a CSS style guide (BEM, OOCSS or SMACSS)
• Interest in the latest frontend technologies, e.g. Web Components
• Experience with build tools (Webpack, Gulp, npm scripts)

Education

Bachelor’s degree is required; technical degree preferred