Frontend Engineer at heycar

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Technical Skills
Strong experience building dynamic, responsive, and performant web applications using React, TypeScript, and Node.js
Deep expertise in Next.js (or similar meta-frameworks like Remix, Astro) with a focus on Server-Side Rendering, Static Site Generation, and React Server Components
Advanced knowledge of React, including Suspense, concurrent rendering, and modern hooks patterns
Experience working with monorepos (NX, Turborepo) for scalable and maintainable codebases
Proficient in headless CMS integrations (Kontent.ai, Contentful) and API-driven development
Strong understanding of web performance optimisation, SEO, accessibility (a11y), and core web vitals
Expertise in modern JavaScript/TypeScript (ES6+, modules, async/await, decorators, etc.) and state management (Jotai, Redux Toolkit)
Experience with component-driven development using Storybook or similar tools
Solid experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing (Jest, Testing Library, Cypress, Playwright), and TDD/BDD practices
Strong Git/GitHub/GitLab skills, including branching strategies (Gitflow, trunk-based), code reviews, and collaborative workflows
Deep knowledge of cross-browser compatibility, responsive design, and debugging tools
General Skills
Strong computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, OOP, system design)
Understanding of scalable infrastructure, cloud platforms (AWS, Vercel, Netlify), and DevOps principles
Analytical problem-solving mindset with a focus on performance and user experience
Ability to collaborate with designers, product managers, and backend engineers in an Agile/Scrum environment
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a detail-oriented approach
Passion for emerging frontend technologies and optimising developer experience
Love for logic, problem-solving, and clean, maintainable code

Responsibilities

Collaborate with other engineers and designers to build a product that delivers an empowering user experience
Develop a product at pace, using modern frontend technologies
Implement highly scalable and maintainable frontend services, working with back-end to create an optimal solution
Share technical solutions through design reviews, pair programming and code reviews

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ReactTypeScriptNode.jsNext.jsServer-Side RenderingStatic Site GenerationReact Server Components

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What technical skills are required for the Frontend Engineer role?

Strong experience with React, TypeScript, Node.js, Next.js (or similar), monorepos like NX or Turborepo, headless CMS integrations, web performance optimization, SEO, accessibility, modern JavaScript/TypeScript, state management like Jotai or Redux Toolkit, Storybook, CI/CD, testing tools like Jest and Cypress, and Git workflows is required.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this Frontend Engineer role remote or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at heycar?

heycar is a mix of problem-solvers, innovators, and team players who thrive on collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence, delivering impactful customer-centered solutions at pace.

What makes a strong candidate for this Frontend Engineer position?

A strong candidate has a strong appreciation for design and interaction, writes concise performant code, thrives on collaboration with business, product, and design teams, and possesses deep technical expertise in modern frontend technologies like React, Next.js, and TypeScript along with strong computer science fundamentals.

heycar

Platform for buying and selling used cars

About heycar

Heycar is an online platform that focuses on the buying and selling of quality used cars. It connects individual consumers with a network of trusted dealerships, ensuring that all vehicles listed on the site meet high standards of quality and reliability. The platform provides detailed vehicle histories and customer reviews to promote transparency in the car-buying process. Heycar generates revenue through transaction fees and partnerships with dealerships. The main goal of Heycar is to enhance customer satisfaction by making the car-buying experience more reliable and straightforward.

Berlin, GermanyHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$70MTotal Funding

EARLY_VCCompany Stage

Automotive & TransportationIndustries

51-200Employees

Frontend Engineer at heycar

Requirements

Responsibilities

Skills

Questions & Answers

heycar

About heycar

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Pension contribution of 5%, when you contribute 3%

We work flexibly, in the office or at home, and trust our team to get the job done

When you join heycar you’ll get an allowance to set up your home-working space

Choose your own tech - join the Apple vs Microsoft debate!

28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and your birthday

Extra day of holiday when you refer someone who’s hired at heycar

Private medical insurance from AXA

Critical Illness Cover

Annual subscription to FIIT fitness app

Access to online mental health support via Spill

Cycle to Work Scheme worth up to £1,000

£500 annual learning budget - you decide how to spend it to support your professional development

Ongoing personal development support including Lunch & Learns run by the team

Enhanced Family Leave

Life Assurance

Table tennis & table football - bring your competitive streak!

Snacks and an office bar that’s fully stocked

Access to our epic roof terrace

Regular team socials

Risks

Competition from platforms like Cazoo and Carvana is intensifying.

Economic downturns may reduce consumer spending on used cars.

Regulatory changes in emissions standards could impact heycar's inventory.

Differentiation

Heycar partners with trusted dealerships ensuring high-quality used cars.

The platform offers detailed vehicle histories and customer reviews for transparency.

Heycar's partnership with Wrisk introduces embedded motor insurance for buyers.

Upsides

Growing demand for EVs boosts heycar's sustainable vehicle offerings.

AI-driven tools enhance personalized customer experiences on heycar's platform.

AR technology allows virtual car tours, improving the online buying experience.

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