Front End Developer - Markham, Canada - Aviva

    Aviva
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    Description

    Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

    The Web Development role will be responsible for developing the best user experience by building out Aviva component library. This will require writing clean and testable code, which will be integrated with the backend/APIs and refined. You will collaborate with our UX team, business users and backend developers. The Front-end Developer will be engaged through the entire SDLC, not only to vet the designs for feasibility but also to help refine the workflow through a technical lens.

    This position reports to the AVP – Software Engineering.

    Come join our team

    What you'll do:

  • Create highly modular, compose-able units of code in all areas of front-end using TypeScript
  • Continuously optimize and improve front-end builds using Node.JS, Webpack, NPM, and other tools
  • Contribute to core UI libraries that make up the foundation of front-end and used across Aviva
  • Use modern software development methodologies and tools like Jira to manage and deliver projects
  • Automate deployments and configure CICD pipelines using TeamCity, and Jenkins
  • Promote, implement, and evolve development standard processes
  • What you'll bring:

  • Degree in Engineering or Computer Science
  • 3+ years in a Frontend development role, 1+ years in a senior position.
  • Must be proficient with practical experience in Angular, TypeScript, CSS, and HTML
  • Worked on API and Microservices based architecture/services
  • A passion for developing products, working in teams
  • A focus on user-oriented development and end-user satisfaction
  • Familiar with the Agile software development
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Insurance knowledge an asset
  • What you'll get:

  • Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.
  • Outstanding Career Development opportunities.
  • We'll support your professional development education.
  • Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year
  • Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion
  • Corporate wellness programs to support our employees' physical and mental health
  • Hybrid flexible work model
  • Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada.