Software Engineer - Sparks Group : Job Details

Job Summary/Company: Sparks Group has partnered with an established financial services organization to find a Software Engineer. As the Software Engineer you will be responsible for creating intuitive and high-performance web applications. This role will require design skills, front-end development and back-end integration with a focus on building scalable solutions and upgrading application technology. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of Web UI development experience and a strong proficiency in Next.js, React, HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript. Responsibilities:

• Design and develop modern, responsive, and accessible UIs using Next.js, React.js, CSS, and Styled Components.
• Optimize performance using SSR, ISR, and API routes while ensuring scalability and security in an AWS cloud environment (S3, Lambda, CloudFront, Cognito, etc.).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with UX designers, product managers, and backend engineers to deliver seamless user experiences.
• Translate designs into code by converting wireframes and prototypes into interactive, maintainable web applications, modernizing legacy systems as needed.
• Maintain consistency by building reusable components, following accessibility standards (WCAG), and staying current with front-end and AWS best practices.

Qualifications/Background Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 7+ years' experience as a Web UI Developer or similar role.
• Experience working within an Agile Development Framework.
• Strong proficiency in Next.js and React.js (including hooks, context API, and component-based architecture).
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Experience with AWS services, including S3, CloudFront, Lambda, API Gateway, and Cognito.
• Strong UI/UX design skills, with experience using Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Experience with responsive design using frameworks like Bootstrap, Material UI.
• Familiarity with Git/GitHub and Agile development workflows.
• Basic understanding of CI/CD workflows (GitHub Actions, AWS CodePipeline).
• Knowledge of authentication and security best practices in front-end development.
• Experience working in Unix-based environment.
• Experience with database technologies (Relational, NoSQL) and experience with using database management systems in general.
• Understanding of server-side rendering, n-tier architecture, Single-page App Model, microservices architecture, and cloud computing (AWS).

----------------------------------------------------------------- This job is Hybrid Remote.Pay Range: Salary $120,000.00 to $145,000.00We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.Download the Sparks Group mobile app from Apple App Store or Google Play . ----------------------------------------------------------------- Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status. This Position Requires U.S. Citizenship This Position May Either Require COVID-19 Vaccination or Regular Testing