React Developer

We are looking to add talented React Developers to our database for future contract opportunities. As a global STEM workforce consultancy, we work with innovative businesses across technology, engineering, life sciences and financial services to connect skilled specialists with cutting-edge projects.

Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.

About The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to register your interest in future React Developer roles, positions that could involve building responsive, user-focused web applications using modern JavaScript frameworks. Roles of this type may sit within collaborative development teams working on cloud-based solutions and distributed systems, with the potential to contribute to projects that span multiple technology stacks and platforms.

Typical Role Overview

• Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester, England — hybrid working

Type: Contract

• Full-time
• Rate: £500–700 per day
• Experience level: 5–10 years in frontend development and related technologies

What You Would Do

Typical responsibilities could include

• Building and maintaining responsive web applications using React and modern JavaScript
• Collaborating with backend teams to integrate APIs and microservices into frontend applications
• Developing components and features using frameworks such as Next.js, with styling via Tailwind CSS
• Contributing to code quality through testing, code reviews and adherence to best practices
• Supporting CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployments across platforms such as Azure or AWS
• Working within Agile teams to deliver features across sprint cycles
• Troubleshooting performance issues and optimizing application efficiency

What You Could Bring

Most roles of this type require the following:

Must-have

• 5–10 years' experience in frontend development, with strong expertise in React and JavaScript
• Proven experience building applications with Next.js or similar modern frameworks
• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS and responsive design principles
• Experience integrating with APIs and microservices
• Understanding of version control systems and CI/CD practices
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Right to work in the United Kingdom

Nice-to-have

• Tailwind CSS or equivalent utility-first styling experience
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and sprint-based delivery
• Experience with Azure, AWS or other cloud platforms
• Meta Front-End Developer Certificate, JavaScript Certification (JSE), freeCodeCamp Front End Libraries (React) or equivalent
• Proficiency in Excel or other data analysis tools
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes or containerization

What Roles Of This Type Could Offer

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• The opportunity to work on modern, scalable web applications with experienced development teams
• Exposure to diverse technology stacks and cloud-based architectures
• Potential for ongoing contract extensions and future permanent opportunities
• Flexibility to work hybrid in Manchester, with remote working supported
• Competitive day rate of £500–700, reflecting your experience and expertise
• Potential access to benefits such as pension contribution and flexible compensation, subject to contract terms
• Paid time off of 20+ days per year where applicable to contract terms
• Professional development opportunities through varied project work

About SThree

SThree is the global STEM workforce consultancy.

We advise businesses, build expert teams and deliver project solutions to outpace tomorrow, together.

Across the UK, we connect talented specialists with cutting-edge opportunities across technology, engineering, life sciences and financial services supported by our offices in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Leeds

How To Register Interest

If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.