Frontend Software Developer

• We are looking for a skilled Front-End Developer to join our team and support the modernization of our legacy Java Enterprise Edition (JEE) system, which is hosted on-premises in our data center.
• This monolithic application is built on WebSphere Application Server with Hibernate and Oracle databases, and is undergoing a transformation, including a migration to Azure Zulu JDK 17 and an upgrade to IBM Liberty.
• As part of our digital transformation, we are starting a major initiative to expose remitter APIs and improve our front-end architecture. You will play a key role in enhancing user experiences while working with older Java-based technologies and integrating modern front-end frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Front-End Development: Maintain and modernize the existing user interface for a legacy Java-based system.
• UI/UX Enhancements: Improve usability, accessibility, and responsiveness of web applications.
• Integration with APIs: Work closely with back-end teams to integrate with newly developed remitter APIs.
• Java Migration Support: Ensure compatibility and seamless UI transition during migration to Azure Zulu JDK 17 and IBM Liberty.
• Performance Optimization: Improve the efficiency and scalability of front-end components.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Work with architects, back-end developers, and DevOps teams to support a smooth transition from WebSphere to IBM Liberty.
• On-Prem & Cloud Readiness: Develop a strategy for front-end components to adapt to hybrid cloud environments.

Required Skills and Experience

• Front-End Development: 10+ years of experience in banking, remittance and wallet front-end technologies.
• JavaScript & Modern Frameworks: Proficiency in React.js, Angular, or Vue.js.
• HTML5, CSS3, and SASS/LESS: Strong experience in UI development and styling.
• RESTful API Integration: Experience consuming and integrating APIs.
• Cloud Exposure: Familiarity with Azure Cloud environments is a plus.
• Version Control: Proficiency with Git and GitLab.
• Cross-Browser Compatibility: Expertise in ensuring UI works across multiple browsers.
• Performance Optimization: Experience with Web Performance, Lazy Loading, and Caching.
• Banking/Financial Industry Experience: Understanding of regulatory and security requirements is an advantage.

Preferred Qualification:

• Experience with legacy Java front-end technologies like JSP or JSF.
• Knowledge of microservices and API-first development.
• Exposure to IBM Liberty and WebSphere Application Server.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for front-end deployment.