Front-End Developer

Britam is seeking a talented and passionate Front-End Developer to join its innovation hub, Betalab, operating within the Partnership and Digital department. In this role, you will be at the heart of building cutting-edge digital solutions that transform how Britam engages with its customers and partners across Kenya and the broader African market.

You will work in a collaborative, agile environment alongside designers, backend engineers, and product managers to design, develop, and maintain responsive and accessible user interfaces. You will also contribute to database design, workflow automation, user and data interfaces, system integrations, and ongoing technical support for Betalab's growing portfolio of digital products.

• Develop responsive, interactive, and accessible user interfaces using React.js, ensuring a seamless experience across devices and browsers.
• Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers, backend engineers, and product managers to translate requirements into polished, functional features.
• Optimize frontend applications for maximum speed, performance, and scalability to support a high-volume user base.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code that adheres to industry best practices and internal coding standards.
• Integrate frontend applications with backend REST APIs and GraphQL endpoints, managing application state using Redux, Context API, Zustand, or equivalent libraries.
• Ensure full cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness across all supported platforms.
• Actively participate in code reviews, sprint planning sessions, and agile ceremonies to contribute to team velocity and product quality.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve frontend issues promptly, minimising downtime and user impact.
• Stay current with emerging frontend technologies, frameworks, and industry trends, and recommend improvements where applicable.

• Must hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or demonstrate equivalent hands-on experience.
• Must write proficient JavaScript (ES6+) code and build production-grade React.js applications independently.
• Must structure and style complex layouts using HTML5 and CSS3, leveraging modern frameworks such as Tailwind CSS, Material UI, or Bootstrap.
• Must implement and manage application state effectively using Redux, Zustand, Recoil, Context API, or similar tools.
• Must integrate frontend applications with RESTful APIs and GraphQL services, handling authentication, error states, and data transformation.
• Must use Git (GitHub or GitLab) for version control, including branching strategies and pull request workflows.
• Must configure and work with frontend build tools and bundlers including Webpack, Vite, or Babel.
• Should demonstrate familiarity with agile/scrum methodologies and cross-functional team collaboration.
• Should have an eye for UI/UX detail and a commitment to accessibility standards (WCAG compliance is a plus).

Britam lists the salary for this position as open and negotiable, reflecting their commitment to attracting top talent at a competitive market rate. Based on Kenyan market benchmarks for mid-level frontend developers in the insurance and fintech space, candidates can expect a monthly gross salary in the range of KES 120,000 – 200,000, commensurate with experience, skills, and demonstrated impact. Britam is a reputable employer and is known to offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical cover, performance-based incentives, and professional development opportunities.

This role is ideal for a mid-level frontend developer who thrives in fast-paced, innovation-driven environments and wants to build impactful digital products within a leading financial services institution. You are someone who takes pride in code quality, values teamwork, and is eager to grow alongside a dynamic product team. You should be comfortable working with ambiguity and iterating quickly based on user feedback and business needs.

You should NOT apply if you have no hands-on React.js experience, if you are looking for a purely maintenance-focused role with no innovation component, or if you are uncomfortable working within agile sprint cycles and collaborative code review processes.

• Visit the official Britam careers portal at britam.com/careers or the job board where you discovered this listing.
• Prepare and upload an updated CV highlighting your React.js projects, tech stack experience, and any GitHub repositories or portfolio links.
• Submit a brief cover letter explaining your interest in Betalab and how your skills align with this role.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a technical assessment followed by panel interviews.
• Apply as soon as possible — Britam reviews applications on a rolling basis and may close the vacancy once a suitable candidate is identified.