Senior Fullstack Developer With React

Overview

At AKQA, our Technology Discipline sets the standard for craft and technical excellence, delivering innovative, scalable, and high-quality digital products.

This role will be focused on developing and optimising web applications with React & NextJS.

You will contribute to the creation of digital experiences that enable our world-class clients to succeed.

As aSenior Fullstack Developer,you'll build robust, performant, and accessible web applications, partnering with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement strategic, technically sound solutions.

You'll work across the stack, advocate best practices in quality and security, mentor junior developers, and help evolve our engineering standards.

At AKQA Auckland, you'll work in an innovative and inclusive culture, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in their fields.

You'll have the opportunity to strengthen not just your development expertise, but also your knowledge of modern frameworks, accessibility, performance optimisation, DevOps practices, and Gen AI.

We are committed to supporting your career growth and work / life balance through our hybrid in-studio / WFH model.

Responsibilities

As aSenior Fullstack Developer, you'll build robust, performant, and accessible web applications, partnering with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement strategic, technically sound solutions.

You'll work across the stack, advocate best practices in quality and security, mentor junior developers, and help evolve our engineering standards.

Role Requirements

Strong foundation inHTML / CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Next.js, Headless CMS, Node.js, Git, Vercel, Storybook, Tailwind

Ability to write clean, scalable, and maintainable code

Proficiency in React / TypeScript with state management and component-driven architecture

Expertise in Tailwind or Sass for structured, reusable styling

Proficient with Git for version control and collaborative workflows

Experience in Agile / Scrum, including sprint planning and ceremonies

Cross-browser testing skills across Mac / PC and modern browsers

Experience with CMS platforms and Vercel deployment

Knowledge of accessibility (W3C standards), SEO, and performance optimisation

Ability to turn Figma designs into pixel-perfect frontend code

Node.js for backend development and API integrations

Unit testing with Jest and React Testing Library

Experience creating and managing UI libraries with Storybook

Qualities and Characteristics

Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality output

Collaborative mindset with experience in cross-functional teams

Organised and comfortable working in Agile environments

Problem-solving approach with a focus on scalability and maintainability

Inclusive design thinking with an eye for accessibility

Proactive learner who keeps up with evolving tech trends

We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection.

That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days.

If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

AKQA is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics.

We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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