YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY IS WITH US
Praecellens Limited is a technology company based in Limassol, Cyprus, that develops and supports Ashley Madison, the world’s most unique dating web site. We have been featured on some of the world’s top media properties including CNN, The New York Times, The Globe & Mail, and Bloomberg Businessweek, giving our brands exposure to billions of people around the globe. You will work closely with both of our world class Toronto (Canada) headquarter Engineering team and our local Cyprus Engineering team. Business related travel to our Toronto headquarter may be required.
Does the idea of working creatively every day with the ability to dig deeper and solve huge problems intrigue you?  Do you envision yourself working with smart people in a collaborative, fast-paced, environment using the latest technology tools?  Have you always dreamed about working for a company where you can apply your great talents and continue to learn and grow throughout your career?  If you answered “Yes” to all of these questions, then Praecellens Limited is the place for you!
Frontend Web Developer
Reporting into one of the software development managers or technical leads, you will play a key role in developing, implementing and overseeing the company’s overall new frontend vision. We are in the process of building a new leading-edge technology platform to serve millions of our customers located around the world, while maintaining and planning the transition from existing platforms. You will be responsible for implementing new and maintaining existing frontends developed under React and other JavaScript frameworks. 

Here’s what you’ll do 

• Design and develop applications, user interfaces, frontend architectures and blueprints such that all business requirements can be met
• Develop new single page applications and maintain existing applications involving React and various JavaScript toolkits and frameworks
• Write client-side code and come up with prototypes quickly
• Document and present design, architecture, and technical approaches to aid in code maintenance and code reuse
• Lead and mentor less experienced team members in areas relating to web development standards, code reviews, database design, processes, and web technologies
• Proactively anticipate roadblocks to accommodate product delivery schedules and collaborate with team members and managers for workarounds
• Contribute to best practices, coding standards and code reviews in areas relating to web accessibility standards, code reuse, security issues, browser compatibility, performance and scalability concerns for enterprise class web applications
• Assist in daily scrum meetings and change requests to ensure smooth sprints
• Participate in post-implementation reviews and discussions by providing recommendations on process improvements, knowledge sharing, and communication flows for continuous optimizations
• Work closely with the QA team members to ensure high quality deliverables
• Provide time and size estimates for assigned project task
• Debug defects and troubleshoot issues reported by the Software Quality Assurance and/or Client Services teams in a timely manner 

Here’s what we provide

• A competitive compensation package
• We are conveniently located in Limassol, Cyprus
• The opportunity to work with brilliant people in an entrepreneurial, forward thinking environment
• Weekly beer/wine mixer
• Free company lunch every 2 weeks
• Incredible social events!

Qualified candidates should send a resume and cover letter to hr@praecellens.com.cy. In the e-mail subject line please reference “Frontend Web Developer”.
 
Here’s what you’ll need

• 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Experienced in building large, scalable and maintainable Single Page Applications preferably using React
• Core web fundamentals: HTML5, JavaScript, web security principles, strong CSS knowledgeand responsive design
• CSS preprocessors experience like Sass or LESS
• Familiar with at least one JavaScript build tools like Grunt, Gulp, and Bower
• Strong working knowledge in cross platform/browser compatibility (IE, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, etc.) on desktop and mobile devices
• Experienced in data handling using AJAX, JSON, and REST API
• Working experience in JavaScript libraries like jQuery or Backbone.js
• Front-end (CSS) frameworks experience like Foundation or Bootstrap
• Experience with managing browser memory, performance optimization, and mobile debugging is a big plus
• Selenium considered an asset
• React Native considered as asset
• Degree in computerscience or engineering