Lead Software Engineer - Frontend Developer

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job description

 

Key Responsibilities:

Component Development & Library Ownership

• Partner with UX designers to bring design concepts to life through reusable, responsive components.

• Gather requirements and feedback from Product Managers, UI/UX teams, and developers to ensure alignment and usability.
• Promote adoption of the UI component library across teams by spreading excitement, conducting demos, and showcasing best practices.
• Influence and inspire other developers to embrace accessibility and design consistency.

Accessibility & Standards Compliance

• Build and maintain a centralized UI component library that supports scalability and design consistency.
• Document components and usage guidelines for internal teams.
• Ensure components are well-documented, tested, and easy to integrate across projects.
• Continuously improve the library based on feedback and evolving design standards.

Accessibility & Standards Compliance

• Implement and advocate for WCAG 2.2 AA/AAA accessibility standards.
• Ensure all components and interfaces are inclusive, keyboard-navigable, screen-reader friendly, and meet WCAG design principles.
• Conduct accessibility audits and integrate feedback into development cycles.

Technical Execution

• Develop high-performance, responsive applications using React.js,  TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Optimise applications for mobile platforms and collaborate with teams working on Flutter to ensure design consistency.
• Stay updated with frontend trends and emerging technologies.

Teamwork & Communication

• Be a proactive team player who contributes to a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Communicate effectively across teams and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior developers and participate in code reviews to uphold quality standards.

 

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in frontend development with a focus on React.js
• Strong understanding of accessibility standards and WCAG 2.2 AA/AAA compliance.
• Experience building and maintaining design systems or component libraries.
• Familiarity with mobile-first design and Flutter integration
• Proficiency in TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and modern frontend tooling.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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