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Front End Web Developer

Howden is a leading global insurance group managing $38bn of premiums, with 18,000 employees across 100 countries.
Frontend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
Finance · Enterprise SaaS

Job Description

Howden, a leading global insurance group with 18,000 employees across 100 countries, is seeking a Front-End Web Developer to join their development team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on building and maintaining web applications while being part of a collaborative development environment. The position combines technical expertise in React, TypeScript, and modern web technologies with the chance to contribute to meaningful projects in the insurance sector.

The role demands strong frontend development skills, particularly in React and TypeScript, with a focus on creating responsive, accessible, and performant web applications. You'll be working in a supportive environment that values innovation and quality, using modern development practices and tools. The position involves both maintaining existing applications and building new solutions, requiring a balance of technical expertise and collaborative skills.

Howden stands out for its unique culture and employee-owned structure, where staff are the largest shareholder group. This creates an owner's mindset throughout the organization, with employees taking genuine ownership of their work and decisions. The company offers flexible working arrangements, career development opportunities, and a supportive environment that encourages innovation and personal growth.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical skills in frontend development, particularly with React and modern JavaScript, combined with a collaborative approach and attention to detail. This role offers the opportunity to work with a global team, contribute to significant projects, and grow within a company that values its employees' development and well-being.

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Responsibilities For Front End Web Developer

  • Working as part of a small, collaborative development team
  • Supporting and maintaining existing applications
  • Building new web applications as part of ongoing projects
  • Writing clean, maintainable code with focus on cross-browser compatibility and responsive design
  • Using automated testing to ensure code quality
  • Participating in all stages of the software development lifecycle
  • Collaborating with other developers, stakeholders, and teams across the business
  • Following coding standards and best practices

Requirements For Front End Web Developer

React
TypeScript
JavaScript
  • Strong expertise in React framework, including Hooks, component-based architecture, and related libraries
  • Excellent understanding of JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript
  • Proven experience in frontend UI development
  • Strong grasp of HTML, CSS, SASS, NPM, and responsive design principles
  • Skilled in API integration using Fetch or Axios
  • Proficient in using Git for version control
  • Experience with accessibility standards and cross-browser compatibility

Benefits For Front End Web Developer

  • Flexible hours (where possible)
  • Hybrid working options
  • Career development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment

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