We are actively seeking a talented Senior Creative Frontend Developer with a rich expertise in React, WebGL, and AI technologies, and a sprinkle of full-stack capabilities, to bolster our development team.

Within our vibrant studio, your role will be quintessential in merging innovative design with cutting-edge technology. 

Collaborating with our adept Creative, UX and Design teams, you’ll navigate through the extraordinary, transforming the unfathomable into tangible, mesmerizing digital experiences.

Who we are

Phantom is a technically-led, creatively driven agency, headquartered in London, where two things are valued above all else: curiosity and craft.

We think of ourselves as shape shifters in a constantly advancing industry - adapting and evolving to any challenge big or small, joining forces with partners that endlessly inspire us to create game changing, next level work together.

With two vibrant studios in both London, UK and Auckland, NZ, our talented multidisciplinary team work on an amazing range of diverse projects - from digital experiences and products, to global campaigns, right through to breakthrough innovation in emerging technologies.

If you’re somebody who is striving to create the best work of your career and loves the excitement of a new challenge each day (you could be working on everything from traditional ad campaigns, to developing products to designing digital road signs), Phantom is your place.

Who you are

You’re somebody who’s passionate about quality and always considers the ‘bigger picture’ for every task. You strive to deliver the best quality output for each and every project.

You love collaboration and always have a positive outlook; but are unafraid to question things and be assertive when needed. You take pride in the projects you work on and have a strong desire to learn and grow your career in technology. 

Your focus

As a Senior Creative Frontend Developer, your primary responsibility is to lead the conceptualisation and implementation of innovative digital projects for diverse clients, with a keen focus on integrating React, WebGL, and AI technologies seamlessly. You will collaborate closely with various departments (creatives, designer, UX, producers) to ensure each project is a harmonious blend of creativity and cutting-edge technological application, ensuring quality and pioneering spirit at every stage of the project.

Your responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of innovative digital projects, weaving together creativity and cutting-edge technology.
• Harness expertise in WebGL, React, and AI technologies to develop interactive and intelligent digital experiences.
• Collaborate with various departments ensuring a symbiotic blend of design and technological application in each project.
• Uphold quality and pioneering spirit throughout every project phase.

Your skills

• Present a portfolio with amazing examples of past work.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, and Javascript, including Angular (2+), Vue, React, and other frameworks like Three.js, Rapier, React Three Fiber, and pixi.js.
• Exhibit experience with both keyframe and programmatic animation.
• Display a keen eye for design and dedication to pixel-perfect development.
• Communicate effectively with clients, technical teams, and creative teams.
• Maintain composure and prioritize effectively amidst tight deadlines and conflicting demands.
• Deliver excellent documentation with meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrate self-motivation and adept time management skills.
• Showcase strong coding fundamentals and willingness to learn new frameworks/languages.
• Prove experience with version control systems, such as Git.

Bonus points

• Have a personal website showcasing projects and expertise.
• Have experience with Processing, Open Frameworks, or Cinder.
• Be familiar with using Adobe Creative Suite or Sketch.
• Express interest or showcase experience with physical integration projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Python and experience with Unity/Unreal.
• Use Google Docs for documentation purposes.
• Contribute to open-source projects.

How you’ll work

This is a full time, permanent position, working within the London Tech team and reporting to the Creative Technical Director.

Life at Phantom

Our beautiful Farringdon home is a creative haven offering areas such as a library, event space and several tech-laden meeting rooms to work in. We invest in state of the art equipment as standard and have games consoles, 3D printers, reference books, VR equipment and art supplies for you to use as you please. We also have a mini gym with a treadmill and Peloton bike, plus showers for when you’re exercised out.

Our kitchen is kept fully stocked with snacks, beverages and great fresh coffee. Our bar, The Haunt, never runs dry. Food is on us throughout the week, with breakfast offerings every day and lunch on us on Wednesdays delivered direct to the studio from local restaurants. On Fridays, once the week has wrapped up, everyone is invited to The Haunt to catch up over complimentary drinks and pizza.

Above all else, personal development is incredibly important at Phantom. We are here to support you taking your career to the next level with opportunities for training, plenty of industry participation and regular career progression discussions for your success at Phantom.

Inclusivity at Phantom

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe our environment, ideas and work can only be its best if our team is representative of all the incredible diversity of thought that exists in the world around us.

All Phantoms are welcomed to our team without regard to ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Benefits

Keeping you happy and healthy, your Phantom package includes a range of perks and benefits for both inside and outside the studio.

• Secure pension scheme provided by Aviva.
• Private physical and mental health insurance with Vitality. Plus, additional discounted deals on gym memberships, Apple watches, Amazon Prime, cinema tickets and more through your plan.
• Hybrid working, flexible working hours and the opportunity for work from home.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Bonus annual leave days once you’ve been a part of the Pham for 1 year, you’ll receive a bonus annual leave day each year until you hit 30 days. Just a little thanks for being such an important part of our team!
• Enhanced parental leave. 
• Allocated training budget for every Phantom with continued opportunities for growth and upskilling.
• Our brand is our playground - we’re known for dropping collections featuring our very own Phantom that you’ll be able to contribute to and pick from for free.
• Cyclescheme to save you 25-39% purchasing a bike and accessories.
• A dog-friendly workplace for your chill canine companion.
• Phantom is known for hosting some killer parties and events. Some are for our Pham exclusively (like at Christmas time), or within our industry. Others are in honour of milestones like our anniversary, where we invite our friends, families and collaborators and celebrate another amazing year. Check out Phantom's 8th birthday party here.
• End of year bonus at the discretion of Phantom, based on both personal and company performance.

One last note

Credentials are one thing, but talent is another. If you feel this role for you without meeting every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you.