Software Engineer at Ogilvy Africa

Job Description

Ogilvy Africa is the largest network agency on the continent catering to 39 countries with a team of ~ people across Central, East and West Africa. Headquartered in Nairobi – Kenya, Ogilvy Africa manages a portfolio of over brands for clients such as AB Inbev, Airtel, Africa CDC, Coca-Cola, Diageo, Distell, Equity Bank, Exxon Mobil, Kenya Airways, Mondelez, NCBA, Nestle, Philips, PWC, SAB Miller, Sanlam, Total, UNICEF, Unilever and WWF amongst others.

SUMMARY

The Software Engineer- Front End will be responsible for creating and implementing innovative web designs and user experiences. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of front-end technologies and be able to translate business requirements into high-quality code. The Software Engineer- Front End will collaborate with the UI/UX design team and bridge the gap between graphical design and technical implementation

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

Develop responsive web-based user interfaces using modern front-end technologies. Collaborate with the UI/UX design team to translate design concepts into functional web applications. Implement and maintain high-quality, reusable, and efficient code. Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability. Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and implement solutions to enhance usability. Implement and maintain high-quality, reusable, and efficient code, with proficiency in CSS frameworks like Tailwind. Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic. Optimize web applications for maximum speed and scalability, leveraging expertise in React, Vue, and Tailwind CSS. Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in front-end development. Build high-quality and reusable code adopting latest web technologies. Optimize application to achieve optimal page load speeds on various devices and browsers. Troubleshoot and debug already developed applications.

PROFESSION, TECHNICAL SKILL AND PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Web Development, or related field. 5 year’s experience developing modern, responsive, and cross-browser-compatible websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Knowledge of JavaScript frameworks such as React or Vue. Knowledge of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility. Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git). Understanding of web performance optimization and best practices. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Portfolio of previous work demonstrating a strong understanding of user interface and user experience design.