Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Senior Frontend Engineer (US Investment Bank)

 Job Description:

Our client is seeking Frontend Engineers to join their Private Banking team,  delivering innovative front-to-back technology solutions for high-net-worth clients across Asia and Australia. Our team is building cutting-edge digital experiences (web and mobile) using modern technologies like React JS, Stencil JS, GraphQL, and a framework-agnostic design system.

Your Role
As a Frontend Engineer, you will:

  • Develop and implement highly responsive user interface components.
  • Build robust front-end architecture to support scalable and seamless user experiences.
  • Contribute to microservices development.
  • Prototype and redesign features to enhance user experiences.
  • Participate in code reviews and collaborate on technical and architecture designs.
  • Monitor and optimize front-end performance for speed and reliability.
  • Mentor and guide new development team members.
  • Document application changes to ensure clarity and maintainability.

What Were Looking For
Mandatory Requirements:

  • Strong proficiency in modern JavaScript and expertise in data structures and problem-solving.
  • Hands-on experience with modern JavaScript libraries/frameworks (preferably React JS).
  • Proven ability to build advanced, responsive layouts.
  • Expertise in UI architecture, component/framework design, and browser-based debugging.
  • Solid experience with REST APIs, JSON, and Test-Driven Development (TDD).
  • Familiarity with HTTP protocol, performance tuning, concurrency handling, and caching mechanisms.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Experience with DevOps tools, Git workflows, and CI/CD systems.

Bonus Points For:

  • Experience with testing frameworks like Selenium or Playwright.
  • Knowledge of Docker and containerization.
  • Understanding of backend systems and microservices.