Principal / Senior Front-End Engineer

Posted 30 October 2024
LocationAuckland
Job type Permanent
DisciplineSoftware Development
Reference902978

Job description

ABOUT TIMESCAPES

Timescapes provides high-resolution construction cameras and powerful job site analytics to help construction teams monitor progress remotely and gain valuable insights. Their platform is used by developers and contractors in New Zealand, Australia, and Canada to enhance project control, communication, and risk management through real-time visibility and timelapse footage.

They support faster, safer, and more efficient construction projects by delivering advanced data and visual tools.

With a commitment to quality and cutting-edge technology, Timescapes offers real-time project insights – giving all stakeholders an impartial and objective lens through which to navigate the complexities of construction projects.

Their services are trusted by leading construction companies (across ANZ and North America) to transform impartial visual data into actionable insights, allowing contractors to make decisions that impact their people, projects, and schedules.

Timescapes values time spent in person as this contributes to better business outcomes. We are a hybrid team with offices in Christchurch, and in Parnell, Auckland.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is an exciting time to join Timescapes while they are rapidly growing into overseas markets and to be part of a close-knit team, where innovation thrives, and quality is key. They pride themselves on their collaborative, growth-focused culture that celebrates problem-solving, and curiosity.

You’ll be reporting directly to the Director of Engineering and will be part of an engineering team of 6, leading front-end development.

What You'll Do:
  • Lead the development of exciting new features on the Timescapes platform.
  • Optimise performance and build for quality, ensuring a fast, efficient user experience for clients.
  • Develop and maintain their component library, setting new standards for polished UIs.
  • Guide and mentor fellow developers, promoting best practices in front-end development.
  • Work with a supportive and mature team, engaging in honest and open two-way communication.
What we are looking for:
  • Expertise in React (hooks) and Typescript for building sleek, interactive web UIs.
  • Proven ability to create high-performing dashboards and knowledge of frontend optimisation techniques.
  • Experience working with visualization tools like canvas and SVG.
  • Familiarity with building and maintaining component libraries.
Bonus points for:
  • Experience with 2D/3D graphics, or a touch of full-stack development using C#/.NET Core.
NEXT STEPS

If you're interested in applying and finding out more, please apply online and we will be in touch. If you have any immediate questions, you are welcome to reach out to Louise Hickey, Manager at lhickey@brightspark.io | 0272743203 OR Claire Lowe, Talent Delivery Manager at clowe@brightspark.io | 0212065083.