Senior UI Developer

Job Description

Darktrace, a global leader in cyber security AI, is seeking a Senior UI Developer to join its innovative R&D teams in Cambridge. The successful candidate will contribute to the creation and enhancement of products driving the company's rapid growth. This role involves collaborating on diverse projects, utilizing a broad range of tools and technologies.

Role involves:

• Leading the design and maintenance of dynamic user interfaces using advanced front-end technologies.
• Architecting and implementing comprehensive UI testing strategies utilizing tools such as Mocha and Cypress.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate user interfaces with backend services and APIs.
• Driving performance optimisation initiatives by implementing best practices in front-end development.
• Mentoring and guiding junior developers.

Requirements:

• A solution-oriented mindset with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in JavaScript and React.
• Ability to write and review code suitable for a production environment.
• A comprehensive portfolio showcasing previous work.
• Extensive experience and deep knowledge of Redux, Recharts, and TanStack Query.
• Expertise in accurately translating designs from Figma into high-quality, responsive code.
• Proficiency with version control systems such as Git, and experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• In-depth understanding of web accessibility standards and best practices.
• Proven track record of performance optimisation techniques.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in mentoring and guiding junior developers.

Darktrace offers:

• 23 days’ holiday + all public holidays, rising to 25 days after 2 years of service.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Private medical insurance.
• Life insurance of 4 times your base salary.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
• Enhanced family leave.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.