Senior Framework Architect ( React ) - #1802338

Job Title: Senior Framework Architect ( React )

Job Location: Belfast , UK

Job Type: Permanent

Job Description: 

The Senior Framework architect will lead the development of the React codebase for our internal design system, strongly contributing to the development and strategic technical direction of internal frameworks, products and systems. You will ensure stability and scalability of the framework, and work closely with the rest of our framework development team, and with the CSS lead.  

The framework architect will be integrated within the Design team to produce code that aligns to the standards defined in our internal design library. Your primary task is to help build and maintain the internal React framework, which is used to create innovative and intuitive digital products that deliver best-in-class user experience and usability to our clients, both internally and externally. In this role, you will have opportunities to partner with Technology colleagues to provide support for onboarding to the Design System and to better understand how your work fits into the strategic objectives of the organization. "

Responsibilities 

Lead the development of the React UI Library that is aligned to our internal Design System components 

Familiarity with and help with support of the Angular Component library. 

Work with the team to understand priority and urgency, while escalating blockers or delays 

Investigate bugs, and provide support to reduce risk for our users 

Handle framework upgrades and feature requests 

Ensure clear migration path for applications to remain on latest technology and design standards 

Follow internal standards for build processes and publishing to ensure stability of framework 

Keep the framework current with the latest trends both internally and externally 

Provide technical analysis and solutions to issues and technical direction 

Required Skills 

5-10 years experience writing professional-quality shared component libraries with expertise in n TypeScript, React, and a solid foundational understanding of HTML/CSS. 

Expertise in working with reusable code that is integrated with modern design systems. 

Write high-quality code that is well-documented and easy to maintain  

Quality of work and speed of execution are crucial for success in this role. 

A growth mindset and willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment  

Strong attention to detail & analytical skills 

Experience delivering with an agile methodology and using bitbucket/github and jira to manage development 

Experience in development of end to end testing, unit testing 

Strong communication skills, and ability to raise escalate concerns when appropriate 

Stay up to date on the latest software development trends and technologies 

Support for developers looking to onboard and contribute to the design system 

Interest in working with Design Systems at scale, and developing within the structures of a design driven framework 

Desirable Skills & Experience 

Interest in Design, methodologies of design systems 

Interest in enablement of AI in conjunction with maintenance and alignment to Design Systems 

Keen interest in, or knowledge of, banking or finance 

Education 

Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience 

Regards, 

Sivaranjani

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