Are you the front-end developer with a passion for developing great user experiences for oceanographers and engineers alike?

Are you looking to challenge yourself by creating clear visualizations of big datasets? Do you get excited about interfacing with scientific instruments? Do you enjoy working in a small team consisting of software engineers, testers and data scientists?

At Nortek we create cutting-edge instruments that measure currents in oceans, seas, and coastal waters. Our technology supports scientists, engineers, and institutions worldwide in understanding and protecting the marine environment.

To support our growth and ensure smooth product delivery to our clients, we are expanding our team with a

(Junior) front-end developer

As a front-end developer at Nortek Netherlands, you will be working together with back-end developers to deliver front-end software for our Nortek Vessel Mounted (Nortek VM) and River Insight products. Your focus will be on delivering easy to use interfaces built within the React JavaScript framework. You will also set up and maintain automated end-to-end testing of front-end applications.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Deliver easy-to-use user interfaces

• Write maintainable and testable front-end code

• Design and maintain end-to-end tests

• Collaborate with team members to design a clear and well structured back-end API

• Involvement in manual testing efforts (on land and on water!)

‘True innovation makes a difference’

Nortek designs, develops and produces scientific instruments that apply the Doppler principle to underwater acoustics, in order to measure water in motion. We provide truly innovative, robust and accurate instruments, backed up by advanced software and comprehensive support to ensure that our customers maximize the value of their measurements.

Our solutions make a big difference!

Are you the (Junior) front-end developer that fits our team?

• Bachelor in computer science or equivalent

• Two years of experience with React (including JavaScript, HTML, CSS)

• Experience with the following would be beneficial:

  • Vite

  • Docker

  • End to end testing using Selenium or equivalent (not set up yet)

  • CI/CD using Azure DevOps

• Eager to learn about the intricacies of Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs) and their use cases

• Good communication skills to gather user input from other teams

• Professional level of written and spoken English. Proficiency in Dutch is a plus, but not obligatory.

• Can work independently when required

What can you expect from us?

• An initial one-year contract with opportunities for extension

• A competitive salary that reflects your education, experience, and responsibilities, between €3500 and €4500 gross per month on a full-time basis

• A diverse and impactful position in a growing international tech company, with opportunities for professional and personal development

• 25 vacation days when working full-time, 36 – 40 hour working week, workstation laptop, work from home options, contributions to a pension plan and a travel allowance

• Social activities and a great onboarding program via the Nortek Academy (Norway) with international colleagues

• A close-knit and international team with short lines of communication, where trust and collaboration are key. Your manager is approachable, and you’ll learn a lot from your 17 colleagues with diverse experience

Are you coming to work with us?

Are you excited about contributing to innovative marine technology while working in a practical, dynamic environment? Then we want to meet you!

Press the 'apply' button and share with us why you're the ideal fit for our team at Nortek Netherlands. We look forward to your application and the opportunity to welcome you aboard!

P.S. Please note that an assessment is part of our selection process. Also, we will not be able to respond to any applications between Christmas and the New Year. Happy Holidays!