Front-End Developer for Headless Magento

Technical Skills:

• Frontend Development:

o Strong understanding of JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3 (including preprocessors like SASS/LESS).

o Familiarity with modern front-end build tools.

• Headless Architecture:

o Understanding of headless architecture concepts and its application in e-commerce.

o Experience consuming APIs (RESTful preferred) from a headless Magento backend.

o Familiarity with data fetching libraries (e.g., Axios, React Query) for efficient API communication.

o Bonus: Experience integrating a UI component library

• Performance Optimization:

o Understanding of web performance optimization techniques (code splitting, lazy loading, image optimization).

o Ability to write clean and performant code for a fast and responsive user experience.

• Testing:

o Experience with unit and integration testing frameworks for front-end applications.

Additional Skills:

• Accessibility:

o Knowledge of web accessibility best practices (WCAG) to ensure a user-friendly experience for all.

• Version Control:

o Proficiency with Git for version control and collaboration.

o Bonus: Experience with Git branching strategies and code review practices.

• Communication Skills:

o Strong written and verbal English language skills.

• Learning Agility:

o Passion for e-commerce and staying current with the latest front-end technologies.

Non-Technical Skills:

• Problem-Solving:

o Ability to identify and solve complex UI/UX challenges.

• Attention to Detail:

o Strong focus on delivering high-quality code that is pixel-perfect and user-friendly.

• Teamwork:

o Understanding of Agile/Scrum development methodologies.