Senior Frontend Software Engineer

<p><em>Fotoware is a Norwegian software company that develops and delivers advanced and innovative Digital Asset Management (DAM) solutions to customers in 40 countries worldwide. We are proud to work with some of the world’s leading brands and organizations, such as the Financial Times, Marks &amp; Spencer, London Metropolitan Police, and many more. Together, we enable people and organizations to do more with their content. </em></p><p>We are looking for a <strong>Senior Frontend Software Engineer </strong>who can take ownership of our products and strive towards delivering high-quality products with a great user experience for thousands of users. You are highly skilled in modern web frameworks and have a proven track record of building scalable web applications for demanding users – from innovating and implementing new product capabilities to the maintenance of the existing product range. <br/> </p><p>If you have a passion for technology, have an eye for details and are solution oriented - keep reading! <br/> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities: </strong></p><ul> <li><strong>Shape the Future of Our Product</strong>s: Take ownership of features through the full development lifecycle – from technical design through implementation, testing, and deployment. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Ensure Accessibility and Usability:</strong> Champion accessibility and usability best practices to ensure our applications are inclusive and intuitive for all users. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Optimize for Performance:</strong> Focus on optimizing applications to ensure maximum speed, scalability, and performance, delivering high-quality user experiences. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Collaborative Code Reviews:</strong> Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration within the team. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: </strong>Work closely with other teams, including product management, UX/UI, QA and DevOps, to ensure seamless integration and delivery of features. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Drive Technical Decision-Making:</strong> Contribute to architectural and technical decisions, including the selection of frameworks, tools, and design approaches for frontend development. </li> </ul><p><strong>What we would like from you</strong>: </p><ul> <li><strong>7+ Years Front-End Development:</strong> Proven experience in building scalable, high- performance web applications:<ul> <li>Extensive expertise with React is required</li> <li>Knowledge of Backbone and Jquery is desirable</li> <li>Proficiency in HTML, SCSS, TypeScript and JavaScript</li> <li>Knowledge of further modern front-end frameworks are a plus</li> </ul></li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Strong Academic Background</strong>: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Tech-Savvy:</strong> Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Azure DevOps, Docker, token-based authentication, and REST APIs. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Testing Knowledge:</strong> Hands-on experience with unit, integration, and E2E testing frameworks, ensuring robust and reliable code. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Software Architecture: </strong>Ability to design and maintain clean and scalable front-end architecture. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Collaboration &amp; Communication: </strong>Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to clearly explain technical decisions to all stakeholders. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Fluent in English: </strong>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li> </ul><p><strong>Why join us?</strong> </p><p>By joining the Fotoware team, you will have the opportunity to: </p><ul> <li><strong>Innovative Work: </strong>Work with cutting-edge technology while gaining valuable experience modernizing legacy systems within a talented, diverse team. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Impactful Contributions:</strong> Shape the technical direction of our product, drive innovation, and influence key architectural decisions. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Work-Life Balance:</strong> Enjoy flexible working hours and hybrid options to balance career and personal life. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Competitive Compensation:</strong> Receive a competitive salary and benefits package that supports your well-being. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Growth Opportunities:</strong> Benefit from continuous learning and professional development to advance your career. </li> </ul><ul> <li><strong>Great Culture </strong>- be part of a warm, welcoming environment where creativity and teamwork thrive. Enjoy your morning or afternoon coffee in our cozy kitchen area, always stocked with snacks and fresh fruit, and connect with colleagues in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. </li> </ul><p>To succeed in this role, you should identify with our values: <strong>Responsible, Caring, Innovative, and Passionate</strong>. These values shape how we work, collaborate, a