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Front End Software Developer at VML in San José, San José, CR
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Job Description
Who We Are
VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
Sobre WPP
WPP es el socio de crecimiento de confianza para las marcas líderes del mundo. Unimos inteligencia de medios de vanguardia y soluciones de datos, creatividad de clase mundial, producción de próxima generación, soluciones empresariales transformadoras y asesoramiento estratégico experto en una única empresa, impulsada por talento excepcional y nuestra plataforma de marketing agencial, WPP Open, para ayudar a nuestros clientes a navegar el cambio, capturar oportunidades y generar un crecimiento transformador. Para más información, visite WPP.com.
VML Costa Rica, part of WPP, is seeking a talented and experienced Front End Developer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating and implementing high-quality, responsive user interfaces that deliver exceptional user experiences. You will work collaboratively with designers, back-end developers, and project managers to build innovative web solutions that meet our clients' needs and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Web Development
- Translate design mockups and wireframes into interactive and pixel-perfect web interfaces
- Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces
- Build reusable components and libraries for future use
- Ensure web applications are responsive across various devices and browsers
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with back-end developers to integrate front-end components with server-side logic
- Communicate effectively with project managers and other team members to meet project goals and deadlines
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other developers
- Contribute to technical discussions and solution planning
- Code Optimization
- Identify and address performance bottlenecks and optimize code for maximum speed and scalability
- Maintain code quality and ensure adherence to coding standards
- Implement best practices for front-end architecture and design patterns
- Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends
- Testing and Debugging
- Conduct thorough testing and debugging of front-end components
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues promptly to ensure a seamless user experience
- Write unit tests and integration tests for front-end code
- Participate in QA processes to ensure high-quality deliverables
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience
- 3+ years of professional experience in front-end development
- Proficiency in ReactJS and its ecosystem (Redux, React Router, etc.)
- Knowledge of TypeScript
- Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+)
- Experience with responsive web design and mobile-first development
- Knowledge of RESTful APIs and asynchronous programming
- Basic knowledge of CMS-related integration
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and front-end build tools (Webpack, Babel, etc.)
- Familiarity with UI/UX principles and design tools (e.g., Adobe XD, Sketch, Figma)
- Ability to work collaboratively in an Agile/Scrum development environment
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Tailwind CSS
- Knowledge of server-side rendering and static site generation
- Understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG)
- Experience with performance optimization techniques
- Experience with package managers.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with testing frameworks like Jest, React Testing Library, or Cypress
Education
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Web Development, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
En VML, parte de WPP, estamos comprometidos a fomentar un entorno laboral totalmente inclusivo que sea gratificante y propicie el desarrollo profesional. Creemos en la creación de un entorno de trabajo dinámico que valore la diversidad y la inclusión, y nos esforzamos por reclutar una lista diversa de candidatos para ayudarnos a lograr ese objetivo. Estaremos encantados de proporcionar acomodos razonables a las personas con discapacidades que necesiten un acomodo para usar o acceder al sitio de carreras de VML o para participar plenamente en el proceso de solicitud. Si necesita un acomodo para completar su solicitud u otro aspecto de nuestro proceso de reclutamiento debido a una discapacidad, comuníquese con nuestro departamento de Recursos Humanos o envíe un correo electrónico a (contacto de RR. HH.) para solicitarla.
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We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
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