Job Description:

Front End / JavaScript Developer
Salary: Up to £45,000, depending on experience
Location: Manchester - Hybrid 2days on-site
Industry: iGaming Provider

Overview
We are looking for a creative Front-End / JavaScript Developer to join a team and support the development of high-quality web and mobile games. This role offers a great opportunity to work within the iGaming sector, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance game development processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and maintaining mobile and web-based games using JavaScript and Pixi.js
• Work closely with designers, artists, project managers, and testers to deliver engaging and well-optimised games
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code
• Support the implementation of Unit Tests to ensure code quality
• Debug and troubleshoot technical issues with guidance from senior developers
• Participate in regular code reviews and learn best coding practices
• Work within agreed timeframes and accurately log time spent on tasks
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in front-end development

Required Skills and Experience:

• Some experience with JavaScript (including ES6+ features like Classes and Promises)
• Understanding of HTML5, CSS, and JSON
• Ideally experience with game engines such as Pixi.js or Phaser 
• Familiarity with version control systems (preferably Git)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to plan and prioritise workload effectively
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

Desirable Experience:

• Previous experience or strong interest in the iGaming industry
• Familiarity with Node.js
• Exposure to Unit Testing and Automated Testing in JavaScript
• Understanding of Agile development methodologies
• A relevant degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Benefits:

• Hybrid - 2 days on-site in Manchester
• Holidays – 25 days + bank holidays (pro-rated) Plus your birthday off
• Pension – Competitive plan via Standard Life
• Life Cover – 2x salary from day one
• Shares – Access to employee share schemes
• Wellbeing – Healthcare savings & support services
• Discounts – Save on shopping, travel, days out & more

This is an exciting opportunity for a Front End developer to work on innovative projects in a supportive and collaborative environment. Interested? Please apply to #Lauren #REC1