Frontend Developer (Next.js)

TL;DR

Frontend Developer (Next.js): Building and optimizing fast, scalable, and SEO-friendly web applications for customer-facing platforms with an accent on modern rendering strategies (SSR, SSG, ISR), performance, and maintainability. Focus on delivering and optimizing e-commerce features, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to frontend standards.

Location: Onsite in Manchester, UK

Company

hirify.global is the UK’s leading independent fragrance retailer, operating over 220 stores and an online platform.

What you will do

• Build and maintain frontend applications using Next.js and TypeScript.
• Work with server-side rendering (SSR), static generation (SSG), and incremental static regeneration (ISR).
• Develop well-structured, strongly typed components and application logic, implementing routing, layouts, and data fetching.
• Collaborate closely with designers, backend engineers, and product stakeholders.
• Deliver and optimise e-commerce features such as product detail pages, checkout flows, and promotions.
• Improve performance, SEO, and accessibility across the application and participate in code reviews.

Requirements

• Commercial experience as a Mid-Level Frontend Developer.
• Strong hands-on experience with Next.js in production environments.
• Solid understanding of React fundamentals and modern React patterns.
• Strong knowledge of TypeScript and type-safe application design.
• Good understanding of HTML, CSS, responsive design, and modern layout techniques.
• Experience integrating with REST APIs and comfortable working with Git.

Nice to have

• Experience working on e-commerce or high-traffic consumer websites.
• Familiarity with the Next.js App Router.
• Knowledge of performance optimisation, Core Web Vitals, and SEO best practices.
• Experience with headless CMS or headless commerce architectures.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a vibrant state-of-the-art office conveniently located in Trafford Park.
• Access to free onsite gym facilities.
• Receive generous staff discounts on a wide range of fragrances.
• Benefit from excellent progression and development opportunities.
• Join a creative and collaborative team passionate about their work.