Job Description
At AKQA (part of WPP), our Technology Discipline sets the standard for craft and technical excellence, delivering innovative, scalable, and high-quality digital products. This role will be focused on developing and optimising web applications, contributing to the creation of digital experiences that enable our world-class clients to succeed.
As a Senior Front End Developer, you’ll gain wide-ranging experience working across New Zealand and international brands. You’ll build engaging, performant, and accessible websites and applications, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver strategic and technically sound solutions. You’ll contribute to building technology that is both groundbreaking in thinking and execution, while continuously developing your skills across modern frameworks and tools.
At AKQA Auckland, you’ll work in an innovative and inclusive culture, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in their fields. You’ll have the opportunity to strengthen not only your development expertise but also your knowledge of modern technologies, accessibility, and performance optimisation. We are committed to supporting your career growth and work/life balance through a collaborative and flexible working environment.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
- Strong foundation in HTML5, CSS3, SCSS/Sass, and BEM methodology
- Proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript
- Experience with React (preferred), or frameworks such as Next.js or Vue.js
- Strong skills in UI layout and responsive web development
- Understanding of web accessibility standards (W3C)
- Experience working with GraphQL and APIs
- Familiarity with browser testing across Mac/PC and modern browsers
- Experience with CMS platforms (highly regarded)
- Knowledge of SEO principles and performance optimisation
- Exposure to backend technologies such as Node.js, .NET, or PHP (nice to have)
- Ability to interpret Figma designs and translate them into high-quality frontend builds
- Familiarity with design tools such as Figma and Photoshop
QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality output
- Highly motivated, proactive, and eager to learn new technologies
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
- Strong communication skills
- Organised and productive approach to work
- Passion for creating engaging and accessible digital experiences
We believe great work happens when we’re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That’s why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
AKQA is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
