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Lead JavaScript Developer

Colombia
JavaScript, Jest, Karma, Webpack, Gulp, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, ReactJS, Redux, Amazon Web Services

We are on the lookout for a seasoned Lead JavaScript Developer to enhance our remote team. In this critical role, you will lead the charge on our front-end development initiatives, ensuring the delivery of high-quality and innovative coding solutions. Your direction will guide a dynamic team of developers towards building scalable, efficient, and robust web applications.

Responsibilities
  • Direct the crafting and development of top-tier, scalable JavaScript applications
  • Coach and oversee a team of front-end developers, promoting a cooperative and effective work environment
  • Set and maintain coding standards and best practices for JavaScript development
  • Work alongside various teams to establish project specifications and deadlines
  • Supervise the melding of user interfaces with server-side logic and functionalities
  • Enhance application performance to achieve maximum speed and scalability
  • Implement adaptive designs to ensure application operability across different devices and platforms
  • Perform code reviews and deliver constructive feedback to enhance team output
  • Keep abreast of the latest developments and trends in the JavaScript landscape
  • Efficiently manage and sequence multiple projects to adhere to deadlines
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in JavaScript development
  • Over a year of leadership and team management experience
  • Skilled in unit testing with frameworks like Jest, Karma, or Mocha
  • Proficient with build tools such as Webpack, Gulp, or Grunt
  • Comprehensive understanding of TypeScript for large-scale applications
  • Deep knowledge of HTML/CSS, including layout, specificity, and cross-browser compatibility issues
  • Proficiency in React and fundamental principles of the library
  • Knowledge of state management frameworks such as Redux or Flux
  • Experience with cloud platforms, with a preference for AWS
  • Fluent English communication abilities at a B2 level or higher
Nice to have
  • Experience with server-side JavaScript frameworks, particularly Node.js
  • Knowledge of Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) methodologies
Benefits
  • International projects with top brands
  • Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
  • Healthcare benefits
  • Employee financial programs
  • Paid time off and sick leave
  • Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
  • Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
  • Global career opportunities
  • Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
  • EPAM Employee Groups
  • Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn