Senior Vue.js Developer

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

The client you are going to be working with is Peterson’s, a leading provider of live, print, and online products and services, including test preparation (GMT, SAT, TOEFL), career exploration tools, and scholarship searches.

Peterson’s platform is the main source of information for more than 500.000 students yearly, as well as their parents, teachers, and operations teams working on the college application management. The users of Peterson’s platform also include universities across the US and government agencies.

In Speck we have a team of more than 15 experts that have been working on Peterson’s platform development.

Technologies being used for development include:

Development & deployment: Docker
Frontend technologies: VueJS
Backend technologies: PHP, MYSQL, Redis
DevOps: Ansible, Terraform, automated deploy
Error Logging: Sentry.io

We have contributed to Peterson’s platform quality through the development of the Auth0 Single Sign-On authentication used through all of Peterson’s products, as well as through the development of the native mobile application Dantes.

As a member of a frontend team, you’ll be in charge to maintain, support, and extend our existing web-based products and services, as well as new applications and features for both internal and external users.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintaining, supporting, and extending our existing web-based products and services, as well as designing and developing new features and eCommerce and B2B applications
• Working closely with our product team to design, develop and deliver new applications and features for both internal and external users
• Optimizing websites and applications to improve performance, user experience, and usability across a wide range of browsers, devices, and screen sizes
• Contributing to the development of automated testing procedures and systems
• Participating in R&D and exploration of new technologies, frameworks, best practices and techniques to continuously improve our products and services
• Sharing expertise and knowledge within the team

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of experience in modern web application development
• Demonstrated professional experience working with Vue.js
• Strong fundamental understanding of JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, DOM manipulation, XHR, HTTP, RESTful APIs
• An eye for design and attention to detail, with the ability to turn mockups, sketches, and wireframes into beautiful, performant and maintainable user facing application components
• Understanding of authentication/authorization using OAuth and JWT/bearer tokens
• Working knowledge of Git for source/version control
• Experience with dependency and package management using Yarn or npm and an understanding of the implications of introducing dependencies
• Knowledge and understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns
• Good organizational skills
• Good knowledge of English language

Bonus points for:

• Experience working with other modern frontend web application frameworks (Angular or React)

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM US

1. Competitive salary

We offer you a competitive compensation package along with regular evaluations of your skills and knowledge to enable further growth of your salary, along with the additional benefits.

2. Modern tech stack

We hold full ownership over the tech stack on each project we work on. Since we are constantly looking for new ways to improve development and CI/CD processes, you will have an impact on the selection of new technologies.

3. SPECKtacular coworkers

The Croatian team you’ll be working with is made of both technically strong and very cohesive team members. Before joining the Peterson’s team, some of the team members previously worked in large and notable companies in Croatia and Europe, some led teams there, while some are very active in the tech community.

Apart from being experts in what they do, they are also great to hang out with and talk about many different topics and interests.

4. Flexible working schedule

You can shape your working schedule according to your life, hobbies, and interests. No questions asked as long as the job is done.

Since Peterson’s is based in Colorado in the US, sometimes it will be required to adjust your schedule and be available in the afternoon hours for better coordination.

5. Remote work

Even though we have an office in Zagreb (HUB385), we are a remote-first company.

6. Professional development

We make sure you have access to any online course or book. Apart from that, you get a yearly education budget which you can use for additional education workshops, conferences, or anything else you need for your professional development.

7. SPECKtacular company culture

We respect one another enough to give and receive honest feedback. But we also know that the most valuable feedback is spoken through empathy which is why we nurture a culture of inclusivity and teamwork.

8. Slick equipment

MacBooks, monitors, headphones, magic mice, and wireless keyboards – whatever you need to be at your best. In case you will be needing anything else, we are happy to hear your requests!

In case you have the skills and knowledge mentioned above, don’t hesitate – send us your CV and we will get back to you! 🙂

If you have any questions about this position, shoot us a message at [email protected].

The position is open until filled.