Senior Frontend Developer at Shepherd

What you'll be doing

We are in search of an experienced and passionate Senior Frontend Developer, who is able to build quickly. You will work very closely with our CTO and be part of spearheading the build of our MVP and the iterations during the pilot testing phase. You will participate in brainstorming product ideas, new technologies, and software solutions that can be incorporated. You will then be in charge of shaping the product that we then launch to the public as we look to scale internationally.

You will also be working closely with our UX Designer to ensure we’re building the right product that users find valuable. You will need to be comfortable working quickly and efficiently and have excellent communication skills in order to accurately share ideas with our CTO, CEO, and UX Designer. Over time, you will grow into a role where you will be leading a team of Developers, Engineers, and Designers, with the potential to grow into a Head of Technology role.

What we're looking for

• Experience building user-focused web and mobile apps from start to finish
• Fluent in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, and NoSQL
• Experience with RESTful services and API integrations
• A strong product instinct and ability to visualize what the product will look like
• Familiarity with Firebase and Bootstrap would be beneficial
• A team-player with a humble, empathetic, can-do attitude
• A continuous drive to learn with a growth mindset
• Open-mindedness to non-traditional solutions is essential
• Passionate about working in a fast-paced, disruptive technology startup
• Experience leading a team of Developers and working with Product / Design teams
• Ability to assume the competencies of the CTO when necessary
• A portfolio showcasing examples of previous work

Bonus Points

• Previous early-stage startup experience
• Familiar with Backend programming languages
• Experience building SaaS, B2B, and B2C products
• Successfully launched a scaleable product that gained strong user traction.
• A chilled person that works well with others
• Some experience working remotely / flexibly

Benefits

• A competitive salary (based on experience and working arrangements)
• Attractive stock options
• 21 days’ annual leave
• Flexible working, including working from home
• Learning and development options tailored to you
• Significant room to grow into a Head of Technology role
• Competitive maternity/paternity leave
• Opportunity to work with a high-caliber team and VC-backed company

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy or maternity, or age.