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# Digital Developer (Front End)

- **Company:** Hastings Insurance Services Limited
- **Location:** Leicester, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Acceptance Test-Driven Development, Code Coverage, Code Review, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, Github, Java Virtual Machine (JVM), JSON, Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Enterprise Software Applications, ReactJS, Backend, React Redux, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Guidewire
- **Published:** July 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://hastingsdirect.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/external_careers/job/Bexhill/Digital-Developer--Front-End-_60013169-2

## About the Role

* Hands on experience in agile teams, developing enterprise-level applications.
 * Strong proficiency in JavaScript and ReactJS, including core concepts like JSX, Virtual DOM, and component lifecycle. Experience with React workflows (e.g. Redux, Flux) and tools like Create React App is desirable.
 * Familiarity with RESTful APIs, Java/JVM languages, and relational databases (SQL). Exposure to SOAP, JSON, XML, and object-oriented design is beneficial.
 * Experience with GitHub for source control and a test-driven approach (TDD or BDD) is a strong advantage.

Desirable

 * Exposure to Guidewire Insurance Suite or other digital insurance products is a plus.

## Description

We are seeking a talented and motivated Mid-Level JavaScript/React.js Developer to join our growing development team. In this role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining modern, scalable front-end applications using JavaScript and React.js.

You'll collaborate closely with UX/UI designers, backend developers, and product managers to deliver seamless user experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

 * Software Development & Standards
Develop and modify software to agreed standards with minimal supervision, applying development best practices and leveraging tooling to ensure high-quality, maintainable code.

 * Testing & Documentation
Conduct thorough testing and debugging, document work including GUNIT test coverage, and participate in code reviews to ensure error-free and well-engineered solutions.

 * Team Collaboration & Agile Delivery
Communicate effectively within the scrum team, attend daily stand-ups and internal meetings, and consistently deliver on user story commitments.

 * Mentorship & Continuous Improvement
Support junior team members, contribute to the Development Community of Practice, and stay current with evolving technologies and practices.

 * Customer & Regulatory Focus
Complete mandatory training, uphold fair customer outcomes, and challenge processes that don't align with customer-first principles.


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