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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Front End Developer - **Company:** Highway Data Systems - **Location:** Hitchin, UK (Remote available) - **Salary:** £60,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Geographic Information Systems, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, HTML5, Databases, Computer Graphics, Data Structures, Data Synchronization, Query Languages, Linux, Github, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Node.Js, OAuth, Open Source Technology, Raspberry Pi, Software Engineering, Software Systems, TypeScript, Management of Software Versions, Web Applications, Web Services, WebGL, ReactJS, Apache Cordova, Electron (Programming Language), Backend, Git, React Native, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs - **Published:** June 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6bceb2075a409cd1 ## About the Role Do you have experience in React?, For this role, we are looking for an experienced frontend JavaScript developer with computer or relevant background (with curriculums like Data Structure and Algorithms). Some experience of backend systems would also be beneficial. The role will be mainly focused on front end development projects for web based and mobile apps as part of a small team. The role will require both on site and remote working. A good GitHub profile would be helpful for us to review if possible. Core Technical Skills * Good understanding of web fundamentals including a strong foundation in HTML and CSS * Good knowledge of modern JavaScript * Good performance awareness (our app is running on Raspberry Pi) * Experience with web service, REST API, OAuth and data synchronization * Experience with React.js while be able to work with vanilla JS * Experience with Node.js and Electron.js applications * Experience with JavaScript testing and versioning with git * Experience and understanding of databases and associated query languages * Understanding of how to design effective data models * Some experience with TypeScript or strongly typed languages * Comfortable with Linux environment and command lines Nice-to-Have Technical Skills * Experience with mobile frameworks like Cordova, Capacitor.js, react-native, etc. and have some knowledges about how Hybrid Apps work with android native plugins. * Experience with geospatial data (especially GeoJSON) and tools such as leaflet.js, deck.gl and turf.js * Knowledge about computer graphics and experience with HTML5 Canvas Graphics and WebGL * Experience with Native Node.js and Ionic Modules * Experience with open-source projects * MySQL, PostgreSQL * AWS Professional Skills * Good learning and problem-solving skills * Understanding of the software development life cycle * Experience with agile software development approaches * Can work with others to design solutions to complex cross-stack problems * Able to effectively review others code and act on constructive reviews from others * Can effectively communicate the work they have done and approaches they have taken with the rest of the team * Willing to take the best practice rather than the comfortable options ## Description As a high-growth business, we're always looking for people to come on board as we expand beyond the UK into Ireland and the USA. In particular, we are currently expanding our R&D team to help build a number of cutting-edge integrated hardware and software systems. an experienced JavaScript developer with computer or relevant background (with curriculums like Data Structure and Algorithms). The role will be mainly focused on front end development projects for web based and mobile apps as part of a small team. 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