Job Title : Ui developer
Job Type : Contract
Job Location -Dallas , TX
Job Description
Core Requirements and Skills :
1. Proficiency in React
- Hooks and functional components : Mastery in using useState, useEffect, useContext, useReducer, etc.
- React Context : In-depth knowledge of state management and performance optimization strategies.
- React Router : Familiarity with dynamic routing in single-page applications (SPAs).
- Component architecture : Experience with scalable and reusable component design.
2. JavaScript / PropTypes Mastery
ES6+ features : Destructuring, async / await, arrow functions, modules, etc.PropTypes for type-checking : Experience using prop-types to enforce type safety in React components.Promises and async programming : Advanced understanding of asynchronous JavaScript.Functional programming concepts : Familiarity with immutability, pure functions, and higher-order functions.Runtime validation : Knowledge of how to implement and manage runtime prop type validation in React applications.3. CSS and Design Systems
CSS-in-JS frameworks : Styled-components, Emotion, or similar libraries.Responsive Design : Deep knowledge of media queries, Flexbox, and CSS Grid.Sass or Less : Experience with pre-processing CSS for scalable styles.Design Systems : Ability to work with or create component libraries and design systems (e.g., Storybook).4. Tooling and Build Systems
Webpack : Strong grasp of bundling, tree-shaking, and code-splitting.Babel : Understanding of JavaScript transpiling and polyfills for cross-browser compatibility.CI / CD pipelines : Familiarity with integrating front-end code in continuous deployment environments (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).Linting and code formatting : ESLint, Prettier, and other code quality tools.5. Testing and Quality Assurance
Unit testing : Experience with Jest and Mocha.Component testing : Experience with React Testing Library or Enzyme.End-to-end (E2E) testing : Knowledge of tools like Cypress or Puppeteer for automated browser testing.6. Version Control and Collaboration Tools
Git : Mastery of Git workflows (e.g., Gitflow, trunk-based development).GitHub / GitLab : Experience with code review, PR processes, and collaboration tools.Agile methodologies : Familiarity with Scrum or Kanban for iterative development.7. Web Performance Optimization
Performance tuning : Optimizing React components for speed and reducing re-renders (e.g., memoization, lazy loading).Page load times : Experience with tools like Lighthouse or WebPageTest.8. Cross-Browser Compatibility and Accessibility
Cross-browser testing : Ensuring compatibility across Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.Accessibility (a11y) : Understanding of ARIA standards and how to create inclusive UIs.9. API Integration and Data Fetching
RESTful APIs : Proficiency in consuming and integrating APIs.API Contracts : Experience collaborating with API teams to create / modify contracts based on the needs of the UI.10. Experience with Modern Development Environments
VSCode or WebStorm : Proficiency with modern development tools, extensions, and workflows.Debugging : Strong debugging skills using browser DevTools and tools like React Developer Tools.Additional Skills and Nice-to-Haves :
Node.js or Java : Some backend knowledge for full-stack development.Micro-frontend architecture : Understanding of how to break large applications into small, manageable pieces.Soft Skills :
Communication : Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.Leadership : Experience mentoring junior developers and leading technical discussions. Capable of driving projects from inception to completion, even in ambiguous or fast-paced environments.Problem-solving : Strong analytical skills to address performance, architecture, and scalability issues.Collaboration : Ability to work effectively in a team, contributing to both front-end and cross-functional projects.Self-motivation and autonomy : Ability to take ownership of tasks, work independently, and stay motivated without constant supervision. Skilled at managing time effectively, prioritizing tasks, and proactively addressing challenges to meet deadlines.Code Review Expertise : Skilled in conducting thorough, constructive code reviews, ensuring code quality, consistency, and best practices. Able to provide clear feedback, mentor teammates, and foster a collaborative development environment while balancing code maintainability with project timelines.