Senior Frontend Engineer

About the role

HF Group is hiring a Senior Frontend Engineer based in Nairobi (Westlands). The role covers designing, developing and maintaining scalable frontend applications and reusable UI components, while also supporting backend integration and acting as a full-stack engineer when needed.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy and maintain scalable frontend applications and reusable UI components with React and Next.js.
• Lead the evolution of existing digital channels and integrate them with internal and external partner ecosystems.
• Support backend feature integration and end-to-end service prototyping as a full-stack engineer.
• Implement efficient data fetching with REST and GraphQL, and champion DevSecOps and CI/CD practices with the DevOps team.
• Drive Agile delivery across squads, give technical direction and prioritisation, and mentor the team through code reviews.
• Own the technical success of channel products, working with Product Owners and Commercial Leads on conversion funnels and customer journeys.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT or a related field (Master's preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in banking, fintech or digital financial services.
• Professional training or certification in Agile, product development or backend technologies is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Expert React and Next.js; HTML5, CSS3 and TypeScript.
• REST and GraphQL APIs, Node.js server-side, Git.
• CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps and automated testing tools.
• Understanding of Vue and Angular is a distinct plus.