Front-End Developer (Hybrid - Lisbon)

Description

Summary: Seeking an experienced Front-End Developer to design and enhance user-focused web applications and deliver accessible solutions. Highlights: 1. Design and enhance user-focused web applications 2. Develop scalable, high-quality interfaces using modern frameworks 3. Continually research and adopt emerging technologies **Work Model: Hybrid (Lisbon)** What makes Cognizant a truly unique place to work? Cognizant offers strong growth, global reach and an innovative environment where tech professionals can deliver meaningful, high‑impact work. Teams collaborate across regions to build and deliver advanced solutions for leading companies, enabling greater agility, innovation and performance. We are seeking a talented and experienced **Front\-End Developer** to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in modern component frameworks, web optimization, and accessibility standards. **Can you see yourself in this position? Check the requirements and apply!** **Key Responsibilities:** * Design and enhance user\-focused web applications using modern JavaScript and TypeScript practices. * Develop scalable, high\-quality interfaces leveraging React, Next.js, or comparable component‑based frameworks. * Manage and optimize build processes through tools such as Webpack and Babel to ensure efficient delivery pipelines. * Apply strong performance optimization techniques, including CDN usage, effective caching strategies, and SEO‑aligned improvements. * Deliver accessible solutions that fully meet AAA accessibility requirements, ensuring usability for all audiences. * Work closely with design, back\-end engineering, and product teams to produce cohesive, reliable, and well‑integrated features. * Continually research and adopt emerging technologies and best practices relevant to front\-end engineering. **Required skills:** * Hands\-on experience in front\-end development. * Strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript. * Practical experience working with React, Next.js, or comparable modern frameworks. * Solid understanding of building pipelines and related tools, including Webpack, Babel, and other transpilers. * Proven ability to optimize web performance, with experience in CDN usage, caching techniques, and SEO\-related improvements. * Strong knowledge of accessibility principles, with hands\-on experience implementing solutions aligned with AAA standards. * Analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, paired with a high level of attention to detail. * Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate successfully in cross\-functional environments. * Fluent in English.