Frontend Engineer - Stockholm

Be a part of the next big thing

Do you thrive on tackling complex challenges? Are you passionate about creating impactful solutions that drive commerce forward? Do you believe in encouraging and elevating those around you?

About us

Kustom, formerly known as Klarna Checkout (KCO), is the Nordic market leader in digital checkout solutions. Today, we support over 24,000 merchants across more than 170 countries, providing a streamlined checkout experience. We offer localized solutions in 18 markets, tailored to specific languages, currencies, and payment methods. No matter where businesses operate, we deliver a checkout experience that meets the needs of both merchants and shoppers - driving growth globally. 🌍

The role

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Frontend JavaScript Engineer to join our development team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing user interface components using modern JavaScript frameworks. You will work closely with our UX/UI designers and backend engineers to deliver seamless and engaging web applications that optimize user experience and drive conversions

Things you'll be doing

• Develop and maintain user-facing features using JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.


• Build reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.


• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.


• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.


• Implement interfaces that enhance user experience and increase conversion rates.


• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code.


• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in frontend development.

Skills and experience you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.


• 5+ years of professional experience in frontend development.


• Proficiency in JavaScript ES6+, React, Angular, or Vue.js.


• Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.


• Experience with state management libraries like Redux or Vuex.


• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.


• Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token.


• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git.


• Experience with frontend testing frameworks like Playwright, Jest, Mocha, or Cypress.


• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.


• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

We believe you'll thrive in this role if you have

• Experience with server-side rendering and Next.js.


• Familiarity with TypeScript.


• Knowledge of web performance optimization techniques.


• Strong understanding of User Experience (UX) principles and best practices.


• Experience with A/B testing and conversion rate optimization (CRO).


• Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

Benefits 

• Robust pension plan with national and occupational components


• Excellent health insurance coverage, including long-term illness protection and salary exchange options


• Annual wellness allowance of 3,000 SEK to invest in your health and fitness


• Extra day off when major holidays (e.g., Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve) fall on weekends


• Continuous learning opportunities and professional development support

A place to grow

At Kustom, you won’t just be another face in the crowd. This is a place where we elevate each other and celebrate success as a team. We believe in our ability to create excellence — and have fun doing it!

We know we set high expectations, but we also know that the road to success isn’t a straight line. We support and encourage each other to try, to fail, to try again. Because that’s how we grow, individually and together.

Does this sound like the place for you?

About your application

• Please apply in English. At Kustom, we welcome everyone! We don’t care where you’re from, whom you love, or what kind of food is your favorite (unless we’re celebrating together, then we’ll need to know!). We believe in inclusivity for all.
  
  


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