Senior Front End Developer

Php-Jobs; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A travel insurance provider is looking for a Senior Front-End Developer based in Romford or Cardiff. The role involves developing customer-facing web applications, setting technical direction, and collaborating across teams to enhance the online purchasing platform. Applicants should have strong skills in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, along with basic PHP exposure and a desire for professional growth. Benefits include a generous holiday allowance and access to extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive design principles.
• Basic to intermediate understanding of PHP.
• Experience using Git for version control.

Responsibilities

• Develop responsive, accessible, and visually appealing web interfaces.
• Translate UI/UX wireframes into fully functional front-end code.
• Optimize website performance and page load times.

Skills

HTML

CSS

JavaScript (ES6+)

PHP

Git

Responsive Design

Debugging

Design Fidelity

Tools

Bootstrap

Tailwind

Docker

CI/CD

Job description

AllClear Travel Insurance is seeking a Senior Front-End Developer, based in Romford or Cardiff. You will development and evolution of complex, high-traffic, customer-facing web applications using modern technologies.

This role involves setting technical direction, championing best practices, and collaborating with designers, engineers, and marketing teams to deliver fast, accessible, and highly reliable digital experiences. You will play a key role in improving the online travel insurance purchasing platform, influencing product decisions and engineering standards, especially for customers with specialist medical needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop responsive, accessible, and visually appealing web interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Translate UI/UX wireframes and design mock-ups into fully functional, cross-browser compatible front-end code.
• Design and build split tests and multivariant tests to enhance customer experience and increase online conversion, using data to inform testing strategy.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following industry best practices.
• Implement dynamic client-side functionality using JavaScript frameworks or vanilla JS.
• Perform basic PHP coding tasks, such as templating, working with simple CMS functions, or integrating front-end components with back-end logic.
• Conduct comprehensive cross-browser and cross-device testing for consistency and reliability.
• Optimize website performance and page load times.
• Participate in sprints, stand-ups, and planning meetings to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
• Maintain documentation for front-end processes, patterns, code, and onboarding.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Required Technical Experience

• Advanced knowledge of HTML, CSS (including Flexbox, Grid, animations), JavaScript (ES6+), and responsive design principles.
• Basic to intermediate understanding of PHP (e.g., embedding PHP in templates, working with WordPress, simple form handling).
• Familiarity with responsive design frameworks like Bootstrap or Tailwind.
• Experience using Git for version control and collaborative development.
• Strong debugging and optimization skills for both performance and accessibility.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.

Professional Skills

• Strong attention to detail and an eye for design fidelity.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative attitude.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of Laravel (PHP Framework).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and integrating back-end services.
• Understanding of basic SEO principles and web accessibility standards (WCAG).
• Familiarity with website performance optimization tools (e.g., Lighthouse, PageSpeed Insights).
• Knowledge of deployment workflows, including hands-on experience with Docker and modern CI/CD tooling.
• Experience with automated testing (e.g., Jest, Cypress).

Key Competencies

• Minimum of 4 years of commercial experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience working as part of a team to deliver value and drive results.
• Ability to work independently and be self-managed.
• Keen commercial mindset focused on driving online conversion to deliver increased revenues.
• Passionate about innovation and challenging conventional thinking.

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive Cover: Work with a wide range of travel insurance products (single-trip, multi-trip, specialized policies).
• Generous Holiday Allowance: Starting at 24 days of annual leave.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes a company-paid health cash plan, company pension, holiday buy scheme, and travel insurance discounts.
• Professional Growth: Access to extensive training and opportunities for career advancement.
• Supportive Environment: Join a team valuing collaboration, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
• Convenient Location: Based in Romford or Cardiff with easy access to local amenities and transport links.

About AllClear Travel Insurance

Since 2000, AllClear has helped over 3.5 million people secure necessary travel insurance, regardless of age, destination, or medical history. We are one of the UK’s leading travel insurance specialists, recognized with 5-star Defaqto and Which? Recommended policies, and a 4.9-star Trustpilot rating.

We are a fast-growing company with five offices and over 500 team members. Recognized as one of the top 10 insurance companies to work for, we offer:

• Award-winning culture (e.g., Personal Lines Broker of the Year).
• Flexible working options.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Investment in career development.
• Inclusive, supportive teams.
• 1-Star Best Companies Accreditation (2024).

We value integrity, innovation, and doing the right thing for our customers and team members.