Integration Developer 12 month FTC - eFinancialCareers : Job Details

The Value of Active Minds About JupiterJupiter is one of the UK's leading investment management companies with just over 500 employees and £51.4 billion worth of assets under management (as at 30th June 2023). Jupiter provides investment services to individual and institutional investors through mutual funds (UK unit trusts, Luxembourg SICAVs and Dublin OEICs), separately managed accounts and sub-advised funds. Jupiter has experienced a period of international growth with offices open in EMEA, APAC and the US. The majority of our employees are based in our London office located just minutes from Victoria station which provides stair-free access from both the Underground's Victoria line and National Rail platforms, as well as limited road crossings to the Jupiter office. Our London office was designed to encourage employees to live active, healthy lives with floor-to-ceiling windows that allow for greater natural light and the benefit of a private balcony, table tennis room, cycle storage and on-site shower and locker facilities. The short distance to Green Park and St James' Park also provides employees with a natural space to relax during their lunch break and a healthy alternative to office-based meetings. We offer our UK employees a 3:2 hybrid working arrangement where Tuesdays, Thursdays and a third day of your choice are worked from the office. The other two days may be worked from home. This facilitates collaboration and allows employees to maximise productivity whilst maintaining a healthy work/life balance. BackgroundSeeking a skilled React Developer to join our development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing user interface components for JavaScript-based web applications using the React open-source library ecosystem. This role requires a strong proficiency in JavaScript, including DOM manipulation and the JavaScript object model, as well as a thorough understanding of React.js and its core principles. Key ResponsibilitiesThe Analyst/Programmer will be responsible for the delivery of quality business solutions in a timely manner throughout Jupiter. Strong people skills are essential in order to communicate with business users at all levels. Key roles:

• Develop new user-facing features using React.js
• Build reusable components and front-end libraries for future use
• Translate designs and wireframes into high-quality code
• Optimize components for maximum performance
• Coordinate with Data Engineers who will provide the data
• As a React Developer, you will be involved in all stages of interface component design, from conception through to final testing.
• Document all solutions

Desired Skills / ExperienceThe candidate must have demonstrable relevant development experience gained as an Analyst/Programmer or equivalent, with a passion for technology and delivery. Knowledge and experience of;Essential

• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, including DOM manipulation and the JavaScript object model
• Thorough understanding of React.js and its core principles
• Experience with popular React.js workflows (such as Flux or Redux)
• Experience with data structure libraries (e.g., Immutable.js)
• Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token
• Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools
• Experience with common front-end development tools such as Babel, Webpack, NPM, etc.
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements
• In-depth knowledge of JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and front-end languages
• Experience with user interface design
• Experience with browser-based debugging and performance testing software
• Excellent troubleshooting skills

Desired:

• Familiarity with RESTful APIs
• Knowledge of performance testing frameworks including Mocha and Jest
• Background or knowledge of other major languages such as .NET/C# or Java
• Experience of Azure, in particular Data Factory
• Experience with Microsoft SQL databases

Additional Role Details

• This role is subject to the Conduct Rules set by the FCA.

Don't meet every requirement? At Jupiter we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are interested in this role, but don't think your experience aligns perfectly with every listed requirement in the job description, we would encourage you to apply. You may be the right person for this role.