Software Engineer – Front End Developer

Job Description

We create possibilities that move life and commerce forward

Welcome to Manhattan. Every day, our supply chain commerce technology connects two billion people to 20 billion consumer choices. In the warehouse, on the road and in the store, we make what was once impossible, possible. If you want to tackle complex problems and redefine markets, you’ve come to the right place.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design & Development: Develop high-quality, responsive websites and web applications with a focus on seamless user experience, aesthetics, and functionality.
  • Optimizely Implementation: Leverage Optimizely CMS and personalization features to build, optimize, and maintain digital platforms, ensuring best practices in content management.
  • UI/UX Collaboration: Work closely with UI/UX designers to bring mockups and wireframes to life, ensuring designs translate well into functioning interfaces.
  • Optimization & A/B Testing: Utilize Optimizely’s A/B testing and optimization tools to improve site performance, enhance user engagement, and drive conversions.
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork: Collaborate with marketing, design, and back-end development teams to ensure alignment on project goals and efficient implementation.
  • Code & Performance Optimization: Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and front-end frameworks while optimizing performance across all devices.
  • Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve front-end issues in production environments, ensuring a seamless user experience.
  • CMS Training & Support: Assist content managers and marketing teams in managing and optimizing content within the Optimizely CMS platform.

Qualifications

  • Experience: 2+ years of professional front-end development and design experience, with a focus on Optimizely (Episerver).
  • Technical Skills:
    • Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
    • Strong understanding of Optimizely CMS platform and its content management capabilities.
    • Experience with Optimizely A/B testing, personalization, and optimization features.
    • Familiarity with responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
    • Experience with version control systems like Git.Jira?
    • Knowledge of SEO best practices, performance optimization, and accessibility standards.
  • Design Skills:
    • Familiarity with design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch.
    • Ability to translate design wireframes and prototypes into fully functioning web interfaces.
  • Communication & Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with designers, developers, and stakeholders across departments.
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot front-end and CMS-related issues, offering solutions quickly and effectively.
  • Attention to Detail: Keen eye for design aesthetics, pixel-perfect accuracy, and UX/UI considerations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with other CMS platforms like WordPress, Sitecore, or Drupal.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based architecture, specifically Azure.
  • Understanding of back-end development principles or experience working in full-stack environments.
  • Knowledge of headless CMS architectures and API integrations.

Committed to diversity and inclusion

At Manhattan, it’s about more than just the work. From cultural celebrations to interest groups to volunteer opportunities, your true self is always welcome here. Our team members’ backgrounds, experiences and perspectives add to us as a whole and make us unique.

We are proudly an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a veteran. In the United States, Manhattan Associates participates in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration. Participation in the E-Verify Program allows Manhattan to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees after the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (Form I-9) has been completed.