React developer - SaaS start-up (English) Rotterdam • Haystack People

Uturn is the leading player in container transport in Europe, distinguished by its uniqueness in the logistics sector. Similar to platforms such as Uber and Booking, Uturn aims to make container transport more efficient, transparent, and sustainable. With five years of experience, Uturn stands as the largest container platform in Europe, connecting supply and demand by digitizing and optimizing traditional workflows. A prime example of Uturn's impact is addressing the issue where one out of every three transported containers is always empty. Through the Uturn platform, clients can efficiently place orders or select transporters, contributing to reduced CO2 emissions by maximizing container occupancy.

With over 2000 affiliated carriers and more than 500 international clients, including major names like Flexport, UPS, and MSC, Uturn has elevated the logistics world to a new level. Currently, Uturn holds a unique position with no direct competition in the Netherlands.

As a Front-End Developer, you will immerse yourself in the dynamic startup environment. Your primary responsibility is to create an interface that users enjoy working with. Working alongside back-end engineers, you will make informed choices during development and collaborate to ensure seamless integration. The platform, initially built in Angular, is undergoing migration to a modern React stack, where you will also contribute to the development of new features. Your role includes:

• Collaborating with Product, Design, and Data teams to devise optimal solutions for both Uturn and its users.
• Implementing designs and mockups into clean and structured code, adhering to the DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself) principle.
• Realizing new features and optimizing the existing codebase and CI/CD pipeline.
• Utilizing modern technologies/tools such as React, TypeScript, HTML, SASS, with the freedom to introduce additional tech/tools.

• 3+ years of experience with front-end frameworks (Angular/React).
• Proficiency in TypeScript, Javascript, HTML, and CSS.
• Expertise in handling responsive layouts and cross-browser compatibility.
• Vision to simplify and represent complex issues.
• A healthy self-awareness and reflective mindset for continuous improvement.

You will become a part of an enthusiastic, international, and diverse team of 25 professionals in IT, marketing, sales, and logistics. Uturn offers ample opportunities for personal development, flexibility, and autonomy to pursue initiatives you find crucial. The benefits include:

• Competitive salary up to 5k per month.
• 27.5 vacation days, full-time/part-time flexibility.
• Necessary equipment for work (e.g., laptop) and a home office budget/allowance.
• Hybrid working model (2 days in the office).
• Flexibility and trust in your ability to contribute to Uturn's continuous improvement.
• The opportunity to join a rapidly growing international company at a prime location with a fantastic view.
• Possibility to pursue (international) ambitions and personal development.

If you are interested, please respond via the application form or send your CV to via de button "Solliciteer nu" op deze pagina.. For quicker responses, you can call at +31 (0)6 26051747.