Associate IS Engineer

ABOUT THE ROLE 

Role Description: 
The Associate IS Engineer supports the design, development, and maintenance of user interfaces for software applications that meet business needs. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, this role involves collaborating with product managers, designers, and technical teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and user-friendly software. 

Roles & Responsibilities 

• Contribute to the design and development of front-end applications and user interfaces. 

• Work with senior engineers to implement software features based on business and technical requirements. 

• Assist in prototyping and developing proof-of-concept solutions. 

• Participate in code reviews and follow software development best practices. 

• Support front-end development using cloud-based technologies. 

• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate wireframes and mockups into interactive user interfaces. 

• Implement UI components using modern frameworks such as React.js or Angular. 

• Optimize web applications for maximum performance and scalability. 

• Develop and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure software quality. 

• Support troubleshooting, bug fixing, and performance improvements. 

• Maintain documentation related to design, implementation, and deployment. 

• Stay updated with new UI technologies, frameworks, and industry trends. 

• Participate in Agile development ceremonies (daily standups, sprint reviews, retrospectives). 

• Ensure adherence to accessibility standards and responsive design principles. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and QA, to deliver quality software. 

Basic Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree with 2–6 years of experience in Computer Science, IT, or related field 
   

Functional Skills 

Must-Have Skills 

• Understanding of information systems and software development lifecycle. 

• Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. 

• Familiarity with React.js, Angular, or similar front-end frameworks. 

• Experience using Git for version control. 

• Knowledge of responsive design and UI/UX best practices. 

• Basic experience with UI testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress). 

• Understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies. 

• Ability to work with APIs and integrate with back-end systems. 

Good-to-Have Skills 

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). 

• Exposure to containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes). 

• Experience with UI performance optimization. 

• Awareness of accessibility standards (WCAG). 

• Basic knowledge of DevOps concepts and CI/CD pipelines. 

• Understanding of data validation and governance concepts. 

• Exposure to AI/ML-driven applications or generative AI technologies. 

Soft Skills 

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities. 

• Effective communication and collaboration skills. 

• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies. 

• Ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision. 

• Team-oriented mindset and commitment to shared goals. 

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability. 

Shift Information 

This position may require working during later shifts (evening or night) depending on business needs.