Front-End Developer (Remote)

We're searching for a Front-End Developer - Angular/Vue.js (Remote). Are you searching for new possibilities?

Discover what's possible, with Westland.

The Westland story is all about growth, and that means plenty of possibility for everyone on our team. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. As we continue to open new doors, we're inviting amazing people like you to join us.

As a Front-End Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining web applications using the Angular or Vue.js framework. You will work closely with other developers, product owners, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, responsive, and interactive user interfaces that meet the needs of the business and end-users. You will assume a pivotal role in the software development lifecycle, leveraging your expertise and experience to develop modern web applications that feature adaptive front-end user experience and robust backend solutions. This position is fully remote and is open to applicants residing anywhere in Canada.

Interested in learning more?

Why you'll love Westland:

• An open, flexible and welcoming workplace
• Plenty of opportunities to grow and learn
• Autonomy to own your own success
• Be part of our inclusive culture, alongside an extraordinarily talented community of people with a wide variety of backgrounds
• Total rewards program that takes care of your financial, physical, and mental health
• Flexible paid Commemorative Days to celebrate days important to you
• Amplifying Communities Program to support causes that matter most to our employees
  

Why we'll love You:

• You possess a strong proficiency in Angular or Vue.js framework based on TypeScript
• You have a minimum of 5 years of experience with JavaScript development in addition to a minimum of 3 years of experience with Angular or Vue.js using TypeScript
• You are an expert when it comes to JavaScript testing framework and have experience writing front-end test suites using MochaJS, Jest, or Jasmine
• You possess knowledge of modern CSS frameworks (Tailwind CSS, Merial Design)
• You have experience using browser developer tools, such as Chrome DevTools or Firefox Developer Tools, to analyze and optimize front-end performance
• You have the ability to write clean, maintainable, testable, and well-documented code
• You are proactive and have the ability to communicate effectively, both in a written and oral sense

Once here, you'll:

• Develop web applications using Angular or Vue.js, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and related technologies
• Design, implement, and maintain efficient, scalable, and modular front-end code
• Ensure that web applications are responsive, cross-browser compatible, and optimized for performance
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate frontend components with backend APIs and services
• Collaborate closely with UX/UI Designers and advise on technical feasibility of proposed design approaches
• Translate complex functional, technical and business requirements into efficient and scalable software designs by taking into account time and financial constraints
• Design and implement testable user experience
• Participate in Agile/Scrum development processes and actively contribute to team meetings and discussions
• Troubleshoot and resolve front-end defects and issues in a timely manner
• Introduce modern tooling and design practices into the enterprise domain
• Be responsible for the planning, coordination, development, and integration of third-party solutions to meet the business requirements of the organization

Want to get to know each other better? Send your resume our way.

You belong here
We strive to be much more than a great place to work. Here, you join a collective of incredibly vibrant, purpose driven, and open-minded people. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. You will be supported and respected for who you are and for the voice you add to the conversation.

At Westland, you will feel the power of community. Westland Insurance Ltd. is an inclusive organization that values diversity in its workforce. We listen, champion equity and diversity, and create safe welcoming spaces where everyone has a voice and is free to be themselves. Westland Insurance Ltd. encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at careers@westlandinsurance.ca