About the role

Role overview

The Senior Software Engineer (Front End) defines, develops, and delivers secure, reliable, scalable, and optimized front-end applications aligned to Universal Destinations & Experiences (UDX) coding standards. You’ll collaborate with engineers, testers, Architecture, Product, PMO, third-party vendors, and support teams to ensure program alignment and successful releases.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver project code to meet deliverables and release goals
Collaborate with Scrum Master, RTE, Product, and Architecture on delivery and release management processes
Estimate, design, and implement front-end deliverables; participate in peer code reviews
Execute short-term tactical plans and support long-term strategic web technology goals
Triage and resolve defects found during development and QA
Support Release Management and Change Control for feature integration and deployment
Participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities per Universal policies and procedures

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Information Technology / Computer Programming and Analysis)
5+ years of equivalent experience
3+ years working with modern MV* libraries (Angular, React, Vue.js, etc.)
Strong JavaScript fundamentals plus HTML, CSS, SASS, and ES6+ and/or TypeScript
Strong understanding of E2E internet app architecture (browser concepts, HTTP, REST) and security best practices
Experience with CI/CD, unit testing, linting, and code coverage
Strong communication skills (including explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences)
Demonstrated collaboration with product owners to translate needs into solutions
Ability to learn quickly and build with tools you may not have used before
Empathy and focus on resolving customer-facing challenges
Produce maintainable, well-tested, modular front-end code; document solutions clearly

Nice to haves

Experience with enterprise development and large-scale system integration
Agile/Scrum and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
Accessibility/ADA compliance experience (e.g., AA, W3)
Mature SDLC practices, Git, and NPM publishing
Back-end exposure (Java, .NET)
Experience with functional and automated testing / quality engineering

About Universal Orlando Resort

Universal Orlando Resort operates a major theme park and entertainment destination in Orlando, Florida, delivering guest experiences through a wide range of digital and operational systems. The role focuses on building front-end applications that support Universal Destinations & Experiences (UDX) programs and releases.

Senior Software Engineer- Front End

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