5 Aug 2024

Software Engineer at Ogilvy Africa

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Job Description

Ogilvy Africa is the largest network agency on the continent catering to 39 countries with a team of ~900 people across Central, East and West Africa. Headquartered in Nairobi – Kenya, Ogilvy Africa manages a portfolio of over 100 brands for clients such as AB Inbev, Airtel, Africa CDC, Coca-Cola, Diageo, Distell, Equity Bank, Exxon Mobil, Kenya Airways, Mondelez, NCBA, Nestle, Philips, PWC, SAB Miller, Sanlam, Total, UNICEF, Unilever and WWF amongst others.

SUMMARY

The Software Engineer- Front End will be responsible for creating and implementing innovative web designs and user experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of front-end technologies and be able to translate business requirements into high-quality code. The Software Engineer- Front End will collaborate with the UI/UX design team and bridge the gap between graphical design and technical implementation

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Develop responsive web-based user interfaces using modern front-end technologies.
  • Collaborate with the UI/UX design team to translate design concepts into functional web applications.
  • Implement and maintain high-quality, reusable, and efficient code.
  • Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability.
  • Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and implement solutions to enhance usability.
  • Implement and maintain high-quality, reusable, and efficient code, with proficiency in CSS frameworks like Tailwind.
  • Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
  • Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability, leveraging expertise in React, Vue, and Tailwind CSS.
  • Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in front-end development.
  • Build high-quality and reusable code adopting latest web technologies.
  • Optimize application to achieve optimal page load speeds on various devices and browsers.
  • Troubleshoot and debug already developed applications.

PROFESSION, TECHNICAL SKILL AND PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Web Development, or related field.
  • 5 year’s experience developing modern, responsive, and cross-browser-compatible websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Knowledge of JavaScript frameworks such as React or Vue.
  • Knowledge of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
  • Understanding of web performance optimization and best practices.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Portfolio of previous work demonstrating a strong understanding of user interface and user experience design.


Method of Application

Submit your CV, copies of relevant documents and Application to: [email protected] Use the title of the position as the subject of the email Closing Date : 10 August. 2024




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