Product Engineer

Job title:

Product Engineer

Company

Centrica

Job description

Join us, be part of more.We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We’re energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that’s energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently – we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.About your team:You’ll be working centrally within our mission control room, aka Centrica’s group functions. From Finance and Data Science, to our Wellbeing and People teams – this is the engine of our energy system, where our various Centres of Excellence power up each of our brilliant businesses, ensuring they have all the support, technologies, and capabilities they need to get our customers to Net Zero by 2050.At British Gas, we’re not just about providing energy; we’re about making life simpler and more efficient for millions of people. Central to this mission is our state-of-the-art design system: Nucleus which plays a critical role in delivering a seamless and cohesive design language across all our products and services.About the Role: We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Product Engineer to join our Nucleus design system team. As a key member of our team, you will collaborate with designers, developers, and the teams using the design system to create and maintain the core components, tools and guidelines to bring consistency, accessibility, and exceptional user experiences for our customers.Location: Predominantly home-based with occasional travel to WindsorWhat We Offer:Competitive Salary and Bonus PotentialEmployee Energy Allowance: 15% off the government price capPension SchemeHealthcare Plan: Company-fundedHoliday Allowance: 25 days plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional daysFlexible Benefits: Including technology vouchers, electric car lease scheme, and travel insuranceKey Responsibilities:Design System Development: Grow and refine our design system, including components, documentation, and toolsUI Component Creation: Develop and maintain reusable UI components that adhere to our design guidelinesCode Quality: Ensure code is clean, efficient, and sustainable, following industry best practicesCode Reviews: Conduct thorough code reviews, provide feedback, and ensure adherence to coding standardsTeam Collaboration: Collaborate with product managers, designers, and developers to understand project needs and translate them into design system featuresWhat We Need from You:Technical Skills: Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern front-end frameworksUX/UI Principles: Strong understanding of user experience and interface design principlesAccessibility: Good understanding of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)Web Components: Experience with technologies like Lit (preferred)Design Systems: Experience in using design systems to build interfaces (nice to have)Responsive Design: Knowledge of responsive web design practicesCI/CD: Familiarity with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment processesCompetencies:Problem-Solving: Creative and inventive in solving challengesCommunication: Strong communication skills and a collaborative spiritStrategic Analysis: Insightful in strategic system analysisIf you are passionate about frontend development and eager to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you!Our commitment to diversityWe are proud to be recognised as a disability-confident employer. Our customers come from a variety of different backgrounds, and so do we. We hire great people from all walks of life, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. We will continue championing inclusivity while investing in our local communities to create a better, more sustainable world for everyone. We are incredibly proud to have been recognised by The Times for being one of the Top 50 Employers for Women.Our people are the beating heart of our business. We are incredibly proud of our commitment to being Flex First. From childcare to furry friends, we listened to our people and understood that they work best when they are comfortable and have a flexible working model that suits their individual needs. We embrace the opportunity to give our colleagues a choice to work from anywhere whilst still ensuring they can connect and engage with their teams through office days, employee networks and virtual events.#LI-PR1Why should you apply?We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.If you’re full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.

Expected salary

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:24:40 GMT

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