Description
The Frontend Engineer is responsible for implementing the digital brand face to the customer. The role is executing the integration of front-end code and technologies for websites and online shops. By adhering to global coding standards, this role is focusing on ensuring effective communication through websites on a global scale. The ideal candidate has in-depth knowledge of front-end technologies and can implement a seamless user experience.
Tasks
•Create best-in-class frontend development for global Miele websites and online shops, with strong attention to detail, accessibility standards, and a deep understanding of frontend technologies.
•Develop and revise frontend code to enhance Miele's website performance.
•Optimize coding, review, and documentation processes across all websites and teams.
•Collaborate with UX/UI designers to ensure high-quality and accessible implementation of new features.
•Actively contribute to Scrum events such as refinements, providing structured input and solutions.
•Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at increasing global website turnover.
What success will look like in two years
•The migration to Nuxt 4 is fully completed, resulting in a faster, more scalable, and maintainable frontend architecture.
•All key user journeys are optimized for performance, accessibility, and security, consistently meeting global standards.
•The engineer is a trusted contributor in cross-functional teams, actively shaping solutions and driving agile delivery.
•There is clear ownership of frontend architecture and user flows, with proactive improvements and innovations introduced regularly.
•Automated testing and analytics are embedded in the development process, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.
Requirements
•Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
•Expert understanding of core front-end web technologies: JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, and CSS.
•5+ years of professional experience with JavaScript frameworks and libraries, preferably Vue.js and Nuxt.js.
•Strong grasp of modern front-end architecture principles and design patterns.
•Experience writing unit and integration tests, and implementing automated end-to-end testing using Playwright.
•Deep understanding of accessibility (A11y) standards and their practical implementation.
•Familiarity with data-driven development practices, including analytics and A/B testing.
•Passion for solving technical challenges and building customer-centric solutions.
•Experience with Agile development methodologies and working knowledge of DevOps principles.
•Strong collaboration skills and ability to communicate clearly in fluent English, both written and verbal.
•(Bonus) Solid understanding of session and authentication management in frontend applications.
•(Bonus) Experience implementing secure authentication mechanisms and protecting sensitive data in alignment with OWASP frontend security best practices.
