Frontend Engineer

Company Description

Launched in 1998, this pioneering British-born brand has specialised in creating amazing experiences and unforgettable memories - from hotels, city breaks and holidays to theatre, entertainment and spa days. Experts in brightening up online travel, lastminute.com is among the worldwide leaders in the field, helping hundreds of thousands of customers every year find, and do, "whatever makes them pink".

lastminute.com is part of lm group, publicly traded multinational Group, among the worldwide leaders in the online travel industry. Every month, the Group reaches across all its websites and mobile apps (in 17 languages and 40 countries) 60 million unique users that search for and book their travel and leisure experiences. More than 1,200 people enjoy working with us and contribute to provide our audience with a comprehensive and inspiring offering of travel related products and services

Job Description

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who are eager to delve into the world of frontend development. If you’re excited about being part of a dynamic team and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. While technical skills are important, we value a growth mindset and a willingness to learn above all else. Join us and let's embark on this journey together!

As a Frontend Engineer, you will collaborate closely with UX/UI designers and backend developers to create innovative web applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code

• Contributing to software architecture discussions

• Developing applications with a focus on performance, security, and scalability

• Working closely with designers, and product teams

• Engaging with stakeholders to address company needs

• Keeping up-to-date with industry trends and technologies

• Participating in training sessions and self-directed learning opportunities

Qualifications

Essential

• 2+ years of experience in frontend development

• Proficiency in JavaScript; familiarity with React preferred

• Hands-on experience with HTML, CSS, and related technologies

• Strong teamwork and communication skills

• Eagerness to learn and grow in a collaborative environment

• Proficiency in English

Desirable

• Experience with browser testing and debugging

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Familiarity with Redux or similar state management libraries

• Knowledge of TypeScript

• Understanding of caching systems such as Redis

• Experience with Node.js

• Proficiency with version control systems, preferably Git

• Strong problem-solving abilities and a positive, collaborative attitude

• Knowledge of GitLab CI/CD is a plus

Additional Information

By joining our company, you will have the chance to:

• Join a dynamic team in an inclusive-international environment.

• Grow thanks to the career journey and our internal mobility perspective.

• Manage your own schedule thanks to the flexible start and end of the working day.

• Work a shorter working week (36h), of which 4 hours on Friday morning.

• Get focus time for learning, development and deep work on Friday mornings.

• Work partially or fully remote according to local laws.

• Enjoy continuous training thanks to our company platform.

• Benefit from employee discounts on travel.

• Receive 2 days off per year for the purpose of volunteering.

• Receive a bonus after 5 and one after 10 years in the company.

• Get free snacks / fruit / hot drinks / water / beverages at our offices.

• Participate in amazing winter and summer corporate events.

• Benefit from extended parental or marriage leave.