Technical Lead Front End Engineer

  • Location
    Galway, Galway
  • Category
    IT and Telecoms - Software Developer
  • Job type
    Permanent
  • External Reference
    LEADUI

Are you a talented Principal / Tech Lead Front End Developer ready to make an impact and contribute to our client's digital presence? Join their team and help build the web user experience and the underlying platforms that support their digital presence. This is a Green Field development! As a key member of their autonomous and cross-functional teams, you'll have the chance to work on end-to-end features, from concept to deployment. With our client, you'll constantly learn and develop your skills, while also having the opportunity to contribute innovative ideas to improve their products.

Roles: Principal / Tech Lead Front End Developers
We have permanent and contract (12 months plus) roles
Location: Galway - considering candidates who are based within commutable distance due to hybrid working policy

We're looking for highly motivated individuals who thrive in a collaborative, iterative, and fast-paced environment. Your passion for technology and your ability to stay on top of the latest trends will be invaluable as you navigate complex and rapidly-changing landscapes. As a creator and a doer, you'll help solve real-life problems and meet the needs of real customers. Our client values self-starters who challenge the status quo and aren't afraid to ask "Why" and "What if?".

As a Principal Front End Developer, the expertise and skills you'll bring are crucial to our client's success.

This role will be based in Galway and client operates hybrid working policy and considers candidates within commutable distance.

We have both contract and permanent roles open.

Here's what we're looking for:

Extensive software development experience
Technical Leadership experience
Strong knowledge of HTTP based APIs, Networking, and how the internet works
Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, CSS, HTML & Browser Developer tools
Understanding of Async code (Promises, Callbacks, Event Loops)
Experience with JS Tooling (ESLint, Webpack, Grunt, Gulp)
Familiarity with JS frameworks (Angular, React, Vue or similar)
Comfortable with Visual Design & Rapid Prototyping
Expertise in one IDE of choice (e.g., VS Code, WebStorm)
Familiarity with Node.js frameworks NPM, Express
Knowledge of Automation Tools/Frameworks (Moka, Jasmine, Selenium, Protractor)
Advanced Git skills
Understanding of API Design & Development, Microservices Architecture
Experience with DevOps, Automated Testing, and Continuous Delivery
At our client's organisation, they care about cycle time and prioritise using CI/CD practises and tools to deploy changes rapidly while minimising risk. As a Senior Front End Developer, you'll have the opportunity to work on highly scalable systems that support thousands of transactions per second. Our client values test-first development and believes that quality is everyone's job. Strong communication skills will be essential as you drive and participate in meaningful discussions.

If you're ready for a new challenge, join our client's team and make a difference! Apply now and let your expertise shine in building exceptional digital experiences.

Unfortunately, we are not in a position to offer visa sponsorship.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.


Adecco Ireland is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Please apply with your CV to: Natalia Merritt