Creative Frontend Developer

As a Creative Frontend Developer, you’ll be responsible for creating stunning digital front-end experiences. Your technical and creative input will play a vital role in delivering innovative products to our clients. You’ll work in a structured environment with dynamic data from a CMS, setting up a consistent layout that prioritizes a stable user experience. You’ll join our world-class, highly motivated team to deliver a design that is on point and SEO-friendly.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Code, test, debug, document and maintain software applications using established coding standards and methodologies
• Maintain a solid understanding of HTML, CSS (with SASS) and Javascript (React, Node, Next.JS) while also staying up to date with new techniques, including new properties, structural enhancements, performance optimizations or emerging APIs
• Work with different data structures from any API or headless CMS
• Collaborate closely with our design team to transform creative concepts into functional, visually award-winning products
• Use tools like Lighthouse to measure performance and follow Google guidelines
• Work comfortably in local environments like Vagrant within the DTAP workflow
• Deliver high-quality work to clients by listening to their challenges and advising them with your expert knowledge
• Create accurate estimations by analyzing functionalities, risks and possibilities and guide the team through the estimation process using your experience
• Follow professional processes to ensure consistency and high quality in all deliverables
• Create engaging skill animations for websites using modern CSS animations, JavaScript libraries (GSAP, Framer Motion, Lottie) and React-based solutions to enhance interactivity

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 7 years of experience as a frontend developer
• Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Experience with React (in combination with Next.js) is a must
• Understanding of source control (Git and GitHub)
• Working knowledge of SEO best practices
• Awareness of the latest UI trends, techniques, and technologies
• Team player with strong communication, analysis and prioritization skills
• Fluent in English and Dutch, both spoken and written
• Commitment to staying at the forefront of web development techniques and continuous learning
• Ability to handle complex projects, provide accurate technical estimations and proactively guide the team

BENEFITS 

• Be part of a leading international digital agency from the coolest office in Rotterdam
• Join a highly diverse and international team of driven colleagues
• Daily lunch at the office, with healthy snacks, drinks and plenty of coffee
• Attend exclusive expertise-sharing events, relaxing Friday afternoon drinks and summer BBQs on the roof terrace with the best view in town!
• Competitive salary with excellent working conditions including pension, unlimited holidays, education, growth opportunities, mentorship from senior developers and exposure to high-profile projects
• Hybrid working setting
• (OV) travel reimbursement 

OUR RECRUITMENT FLOW 

1. Initial Call, 15-minute call with a Talent Acquisition Team for an English check and a brief questionnaire.
2. HR Interview, up to a 30-minute interview with a Talent Acquisition Team to discuss culture check and expectations.
3. Technical Interview, up to 1-hour technical discussion with our experts.
4. Optional Final Interview, up to a 30-minute employee conditions meeting with the Manager and People Partner.
5. References, we’ll request references at this stage.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN DPDK? 

If you're ready to challenge yourself, grow your skills and help shape the future of digital experiences, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the DPDK family!