Frontend Engineer I

Summary

Join Outliant, a fully remote digital product development and startup consulting company, as a Frontend Engineer I. You will leverage your CMS expertise to develop and maintain website functionality, customize themes and layouts, implement plugins, and troubleshoot technical issues. This junior-mid level role offers a foundational opportunity to gain experience within an established framework. You will collaborate with content creators and ensure website backups and recovery. Staying current with CMS trends and best practices is essential. Outliant offers a supportive and engaging work environment with various benefits.

Requirements

• +2 years of experience in working with one or more CMS platforms such as WordPress, Webflow, Drupal, or Joomla. Proficiency in customizing and extending these platforms
• Experience with JavaScript frameworks and libraries such as React, Vue.js, or Angular
• Ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and develop innovative solutions
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to optimize web applications for speed and scalability
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and integrating frontend interfaces with backend services
• Understanding of UX/UI principles and best practices
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality assurance and testing practices
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain website functionality using a specific CMS platform (e.g., WordPress, Webflow, Drupal, etc.)
• Create and customize themes and layouts to achieve the desired user experience
• Implement plugins and extensions to enhance website features
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to the CMS and website
• Assist content creators with publishing and managing content on the CMS
• Perform website backups and participate in disaster recovery procedures
• Stay up-to-date on the latest CMS trends and best practices
• Document code and processes for future reference and team knowledge transfer

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with front-end frameworks like Bootstrap, React, or Angular is desirable

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• Non-working holidays per country of residence
• Referral bonuses
• Continuous learning support
• Mental health and well-being programs
• Fun and casual work environment
• Employee engagement activities and virtual gatherings