Overview
We’re looking for a Frontend Developer who enjoys turning ideas into well-crafted, responsive web experiences. You’ll be part of a cross-functional squad that designs, builds and ships products that genuinely make a difference for our customers. This is a great opportunity to grow your technical skills, learn from experienced engineers and designers, and contribute to a team that values creativity, collaboration and continuous improvement. You’ll have the freedom to take ownership of features, experiment with new ideas and work closely with your teammates to bring designs to life. We work together in our Liverpool HQ three days a week because in-person collaboration helps us share knowledge, move faster and build stronger products.
Role: Frontend Developer
Location: Liverpool City Centre HQ / Hybrid (3 days in office)
Salary: £45,000–£55,000 depending on experience
What You’ll Do
- Build and maintain responsive web applications using React, Next.js and TypeScript
- Work closely with designers and backend engineers to deliver high-quality, user-focused features
- Contribute to shared component libraries and help improve our design system
- Use Sentry and PostHog to monitor and improve frontend performance and user experience
- Write clean, maintainable and testable code
- Take part in code reviews and learn from more experienced team members
- Share ideas, ask questions and contribute to how we build and deliver software
Our Tech Stack
- Frontend: React, Next.js, TypeScript
- Infrastructure: Nginx, Docker, Azure
- Monitoring and Analytics: Sentry, PostHog
- Tooling: Git, CI/CD pipelines, Agile methodologies
If you’re interested in learning React Native, accessibility best practices or modern state management tools like Redux or Zustand, we’ll support you as you develop those skills.
Engineering Practices
- CI/CD pipelines for fast, reliable deployments
- Code reviews and pairing to share knowledge and improve quality
- Monitoring with Sentry and PostHog to understand and improve user experience
- Regular retrospectives and a culture of continuous learning
What We’re Looking For
- Experience building applications with React, Next.js or similar frameworks
- Understanding of modern frontend practices, including responsive design and testing
- Some experience with TypeScript or a strong desire to learn it
- A collaborative mindset and an interest in product design and usability
- Curiosity, initiative and a willingness to take feedback and keep learning
- A desire to grow into a more senior role over time
Why Join Us
- A modern tech stack and a culture that values craftsmanship
- A supportive team where you’ll learn from experienced developers and designers
- Opportunities for training, mentorship and career progression
- Freedom to experiment, ask questions and influence how we work
- Top-tier tools and a workspace built for creativity and collaboration
Team and Culture
You’ll join a friendly, collaborative squad that brings together designers, engineers and product thinkers. We work closely, share ideas openly and always look for ways to get better. We believe in ownership, curiosity and constant learning. You’ll be encouraged to ask questions, try new things and take on challenges that stretch your skills. If you’re looking for a place to grow, learn from others and build products you can be proud of, this is the team for you.
Grow with Acorn
At Acorn Insurance, we’re proud of our Liverpool roots — and even prouder of how far we’ve come. As part of the Acorn Group, we bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we’ve grown into a national leader, now employing 1,700+ people across the UK and reached a milestone £750 million in total value of insurance policies written in 2024. We’re growing fast, with new opportunities emerging every week. That growth is largely due to the values we share:
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