BT

Front End Software Engineering Specialist

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9 hours ago
Birmingham, United KingdomMid Level

Responsibilities

  • Build responsive and accessible frontend applications using React.js, Next.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, and CSS.
  • Work with UX/UI designers to convert designs into high-quality user interfaces.
  • Integrate frontend systems with Adobe Experience Manager using APIs, GraphQL, and headless CMS approaches.
  • Collaborate with backend teams to design and consume REST and GraphQL APIs.
  • Support headless content delivery for omnichannel experiences.
  • Use Node.js, core Java concepts, and Apigee for integrations, API gateway work, security, and performance.
  • Review and optimize code for performance, scalability, and security while applying SEO and WCAG accessibility practices.
  • Contribute to CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Git-based workflows.
  • Troubleshoot issues across frontend and integrated systems.
  • Use Adobe Analytics, Adobe Target, and Adobe Launch to improve user experience.
  • Stay current with frontend and CMS trends and help mentor or guide junior developers.

Requirements

  • Strong experience in frontend development with React.js, Next.js, and JavaScript/TypeScript.
  • Good understanding of REST and GraphQL APIs and system integration.
  • Experience with AI-assisted development tools, specifically KIRO CLI.
  • Experience with headless CMS platforms, preferably Adobe Experience Manager.
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and version control using Git and Jenkins.
  • Understanding of web performance, accessibility, and SEO.
  • Desirable experience with Adobe Experience Manager and Adobe Cloud tools.
  • Desirable knowledge of Apigee or API gateway technologies.
  • Familiarity with Node.js and backend integration concepts.
  • Understanding of prompt engineering and AI workflows in software development.
  • Experience mentoring or guiding junior developers is desirable.
  • A degree in Computer Science or a related field is desirable.

Benefits

  • 10% on-target annual bonus.
  • 24/7 access to an online private GP for the employee and immediate family.
  • Up to two weeks of paid carers leave.
  • Equalized maternity, paternity, and adoption leave, including 18 weeks at full pay and 8 weeks at half pay.
  • Discounted EE and BT mobile and broadband products.
  • Pension scheme with 5% employee contributions and 10% employer contributions.
  • Holiday purchase scheme.
  • Location: Birmingham.

Tech Stack

CSSGitGraphQLHTMLJavaJavaScriptJenkinsNext.jsNode.jsReactTypeScript

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About BT

10,000+ employees

BT Group builds and operates telecom networks and digital services for consumers, enterprises, and public‑sector clients, selling broadband, fixed-line voice, mobile (via EE), and managed network, cloud, and cyber security services. It is headquartered in London and listed on the London Stock Exchange, with American depositary shares on the NYSE. BT also owns Openreach, which manages the UK’s fibre and copper access network used by multiple retail providers.

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