Senior Frontend Developer

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – “when you need to be sure” – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.

As a Senior Frontend Developer, you will play a key role in building high-quality, scalable, and user-centric web applications. You will take ownership of frontend architecture in collaboration with the UX/UI Technical Leader, ensuring a seamless and performant user experience across our products.

You will work closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to translate business requirements into elegant and efficient frontend solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable, high-performance frontend applications.
• Own and evolve frontend architecture, ensuring maintainability and scalability.
• Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers to deliver intuitive and visually consistent user experiences.
• Translate product and design requirements into clean, efficient, and reusable code.
• Promote best practices in frontend engineering (Clean Code, testing strategies, component design).
• Implement and maintain design systems and reusable component libraries.
• Optimize application performance (loading time, rendering, responsiveness).
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and responsiveness across devices.
• Integrate frontend applications with REST APIs and/or GraphQL services.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and improve frontend delivery workflows.
• Support and mentor other developers through code reviews and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to technical documentation and ensure shared understanding across the team.

• 5+ years of experience developing modern frontend applications.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript.
• Solid experience with at least one major framework: Vue, Angular, or React.
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, and preprocessors (SCSS, LESS).
• Experience building scalable frontend architectures and component-based systems.
• Hands-on experience integrating with REST APIs and/or GraphQL.
• Strong understanding of frontend performance optimization techniques.
• Experience with state management solutions (e.g., Vuex, Redux, NgRx, or similar).
• Familiarity with modern testing practices (unit, integration, end-to-end).
• Experience with Git and collaborative workflows.
• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Strong communication skills and fluency in English.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with design systems and UI component libraries.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and best practices.
• Familiarity with SSR/SSG frameworks (e.g., Next.js, Nuxt).
• Experience with modern build tools (Vite, Webpack, etc.).
• Familiarity with cloud environments and frontend deployment strategies.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, etc.).
• Understanding of web security best practices (CORS, CSP, XSS prevention).
• Exposure to Domain-Driven Design (DDD) concepts.

Why SGS?

• Join a globally recognized and stable company, a leader in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry.
• Enjoy a flexible schedule and a hybrid work model.
• Access continuous learning opportunities through SGS University and Campus.
• Collaborate in a multinational environment with colleagues from various continents.

Apply Now:
At SGS, we are committed to fostering an open, friendly, and supportive culture that thrives on teamwork. We value diversity and provide endless opportunities to learn, grow your expertise, and fulfill your potential. Apply now to join our motivated and dynamic team!