Front End Developer

Rayo, part of the UBDS group, is seeking a Front-End Developer to deliver high-performance, accessible, and maintainable user interfaces for AWS-hosted applications. The successful candidate will work closely with designers, back-end engineers, and DevOps teams to build responsive and scalable front-end solutions. This role is suited to developers with solid experience in modern JavaScript frameworks and a keen understanding of front-end performance and security principles, as well as those ready to provide architectural input and mentor junior colleagues.

This opportunity offers a range of responsibilities suitable for both experienced developers and those seeking to grow into senior technical leadership roles within the front-end space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain robust, user-centred front-end applications using React or Angular.
• Integrate front-end components with RESTful APIs and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
• Implement accessibility standards, performance optimisation techniques, and responsive design principles.
• Drive the adoption of secure coding practices and front-end architecture standards.
• Contribute to the design and maintenance of component libraries and design systems.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to ensure implementation aligns with design intent.
• Lead front-end projects and provide technical direction and mentoring to less experienced developers.
• Support continuous integration and delivery using AWS-native tools such as Amplify and CodePipeline.
• Participate in code reviews and cross-functional Agile ceremonies.

Requirements

• Strong experience with JavaScript frameworks, particularly React or Angular.
• Demonstrated ability to consume and integrate APIs within complex applications.
• Practical knowledge of unit and integration testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Mocha).
• Experience working with UX/UI designers and design systems.
• Familiarity with front-end CI/CD tools and AWS-native deployment mechanisms.
• Understanding of accessibility standards, front-end security, and performance optimisation.
• Experience participating in Agile delivery teams and collaborative software environments.

Desirable Experience:

• 2–6 years of front-end development experience in commercial environments.
• 2+ years working with AWS-based front-end delivery (e.g., Amplify, CloudFront, Cognito integration).
• Prior involvement in mentoring or leading development teams.
• Experience delivering secure and accessible public sector or regulated applications.

Benefits

Why people choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group

Professionals choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group for its reputation as a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that is deeply committed to both innovation and employee development. At UBDS Group, employees are given unique opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects across a diverse range of industries, exposing them to new challenges and learning opportunities that are pivotal for professional growth. The Group’s culture emphasises continuous improvement, offering ample training programs, mentorship, and the chance to gain certifications that enhance their skills and marketability.

UBDS Group fosters a collaborative environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged, allowing employees to contribute ideas and solutions that have a tangible impact on the company and its clients. This combination of professional development, a culture of innovation, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions makes UBDS Group an attractive place for those looking to advance their careers and be at the forefront of technological and operational excellence.

Employee Benefits

• Training – All team members are offered a number of options in terms of personal development, whether it is technical led, business acumen or methodologies. We want you to grow with us and to help us achieve more
• Private medical cover for you and your spouse/partner, offered via Vitality
• Discretionary bonus based on a blend of personal and company performance
• Holiday – You will receive 25 Days holiday, plus 1 day for Birthday and 1 day for your work anniversary in addition to UK bank holidays
• Electric Vehicle leasing with salary sacrifice
• Contributed Pension Scheme
• Death in service cover

About UBDS Group

At UBDS Group our mission is to support entrepreneurs who are setting new standards with technology solutions across cloud services, cybersecurity, data and AI, ensuring that every investment advances our commitment to innovation, making a difference, and creating impactful solutions for organisations and society.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.