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Senior Frontend Engineer (m/f/d)
We’re looking for a Senior Frontend Developer to take a lead role in building and evolving our Shared Design Library - a core set of reusable React components, design tokens, and UX patterns that power our applications. This is a role for someone who is highly technical, self-driven, and passionate about delivering clean, scalable code, but who also excels at communication and collaboration. You’ll work closely with designers, product managers, and other engineers to define standards, implement best practices, and ensure consistency across our products.
At our company, we're on a mission to change the world by revolutionizing the digital landscape. Our cutting-edge web and mobile applications are designed to enhance user experience and improve customer engagement, with quality and security at the core of everything we do.
We’re a fast-growing, purpose-driven scale-up where you’ll make an impact, feel empowered, and thrive in a diverse, innovative environment.
Why SkyCell?
· ???? Purpose-Driven Work: Make a real difference by contributing to a more sustainable future in global logistics and healthcare.
· ???? Innovation at Heart: Work with cutting-edge technology and be at the forefront of supply chain innovation.
· ???? Stronger together: Join a supportive team of talented individuals from over 40 countries, where we work together every step of the way.
· ???? Growth Opportunities: We believe in investing in our people – continuous learning and development are key pillars of SkyCell.
· ???? Award-Winning Culture: Join a workplace recognized for its commitment to excellence with a ‘Great Place to work’ award, as well as a Platinum Ecovadis rating highlighting our sustainability and employee well-being.
What You'll Do:
Lead the implementation of a Shared Design Library with reusable React components, design tokens (colors, typography, spacing), and UX patterns used across applications
Define the foundations of the library: naming conventions, versioning strategy, theming, accessibility standards (WCAG), and contribution guidelines
Set up and maintain component documentation (Storybook, MDX) with usage guidelines and live examples
Establish governance for proposing, reviewing, deprecating, and evolving components in partnership with UI/UX Designers and QA.
Define and implement a testing framework/strategy: component unit tests, visual regression, accessibility checks, and integration tests
Collaborate with Product Designers to translate guidelines into tokenized, testable components, ensuring consistency across apps
Integrate the library into CI/CD pipelines with automated builds, tests, visual regression, and versioned releases
Write clean, maintainable, scalable code in TypeScript and React, building responsive, reliable, and secure web applications
Own feature development from idea to deployment, aligning closely with product, design, backend, QA, and BA teams
Review code, challenge assumptions, and help raise the technical bar across the team
Mentor less experienced engineers and support team growth through technical guidance
Help shape frontend architecture and long-term decisions (modularity, patterns, performance)
What You'll Bring:
5+ years of professional experience in frontend development with expertise in TypeScript, modern JavaScript, and the React ecosystem (hooks, context, modular design).
Experience designing or contributing to a design system or shared component library (tokens, theming, accessibility, documentation)
Solid understanding of HTML5, CSS3, responsive design, web security, performance, and accessibility best practices
Experience designing or contributing to scalable frontend architectures
Comfortable in a fast-paced, iterative, CI/CD environment with agile processes and rapid feedback loops
Proficient with Git, npm/yarn, and modern frontend tooling
Strong communication skills, valuing direct feedback and open dialogue
Supportive team player who actively shares knowledge and mentors colleagues
Able to navigate ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities, balancing multiple tasks and shifting business needs
What's In It For You?
· ⚡ Flexibility & Balance: Flexible working hours and work-life balance allow you to tailor work to fit your life.
· ???? Recognition & Growth: Opportunities for career advancement in a company that values your contributions.
· ???? Hybrid Workplace: Modern workspaces (in Zurich, Zug and Hyderabad as well as our Skyhub in Basel) and a remote-friendly culture to inspire collaboration amongst a globally diverse team.
· ???? Company-wide Events: Join us for company events to celebrate successes, build teams, and share our vision. Plus, new joiners experience SkyWeek, our immersive onboarding program.
· ???? Generous Maternity & Paternity Leave: Support for new parents with competitive maternity and paternity leave.
· ????️ Annual Leave & Bank Holidays: Enjoy a generous annual leave package, plus local bank holidays to recharge and unwind.
Ready to Make an Impact?
We’re not just offering a job; we’re offering a chance to be part of something bigger. At SkyCell, you’ll help build a future where pharmaceutical delivery is efficient, sustainable, and transformative.
Stay Connected with SkyCell
Visit and explore #WeAreSkyCell on LinkedIn
How to Apply
Simply click ‘apply for this job’ below! We can’t wait to meet you and discuss how you can contribute to our mission! Please note, we are unable to consider applications sent to us via email.
If you have any questions, you can contact our Talent Team (
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SkyCell AG is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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