Front End Developer

Role & responsibilities

Impact Based Forecasting

• Develop modern, semantic, and maintainable HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+) code.
• Implement responsive designs using CSS Grid, Flexbox, and media queries to ensure cross-device compatibility.
• Build and optimize dynamic UIs using modern JavaScript libraries/frameworks such as React, Vue, or Angular.
• Create insightful data visualizations using , , Highcharts, Leaflet, or similar tools for both image-based and map-based outputs.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to apply layout best practices, typography, color theory, and accessibility standards.
• Integrate RESTful and GraphQL APIs to fetch, display, and update data in the frontend efficiently.
• Follow Agile methodologies, participate in sprint planning, stand-ups, code reviews, and retrospectives.
• Write and maintain frontend tests (e.g., using Jest, Testing Library, Cypress).
• Document components, code structure, and workflows clearly for future developers and user training.
• Participate in multi-stakeholder capacity-building projects and onboarding activities.

Capacity Building and Stakeholder Engagement

• Facilitate training programs for team members and stakeholders, focusing on RIMES policies, regulations, and the use of forecasting tools.
• Develop and implement a self-training plan to enhance personal expertise, obtaining a trainer certificate as required.
• Prepare and implement training programs to enhance team capacity and submit training outcome reports.

Reporting

• Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and outreach materials for stakeholders
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including strategies, milestones, and outcomes.
• Capacity-building workshop materials and training reports.

Other Responsibilities

• Utilize AI skills to assist in system implementation plans and decision support system (DSS) development.
• Utilize skills to assist in system implementation plans and decision support system (DSS) development.
• Assist in 24/7 operational readiness for client early warning systems such as SOCs with backup support from RIMES Headquarters.
• Undertake additional tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor or HR manager based on recommendations from RIMES technical team members and organizational needs.
• The above responsibilities are illustrative and not exhaustive. Undertake any other relevant tasks that could be needed from time to time.

Preferred candidate profile

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in data engineering, analytics, or IT systems.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in web development.
• Experience in working with disaster management, meteorology, or climate services or a related applied field is an asset.
• Mastery of the foundational web technologies, includes semantic HTML5, responsive CSS (Flexbox, Grid, Media Queries), and modern JavaScript features.
• Front-End Frameworks/Libraries: Extensive experience with at least one, and ideally more, modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries, such as: React, Vue, or Angular, etc.
• User Interface (UI) Design Principles: A strong understanding of UI principles, including layout, typography, and color theory.
• DevOps & Tools: Exposure to Docker, GitHub Actions, version control (Git/GitHub), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with various data visualization libraries, encompassing both image-based and mapping applications.
• Familiarity with early warning systems, disaster risk frameworks, and sector-specific IBF requirements is a strong asset.
• Excellent communication skills, especially in multidisciplinary and multicultural team settings
• Proficiency in technical documentation and user training.
• Experience in multi-stakeholder projects and facilitating capacity-building programs.

Contract Duration

The contract will initially be for one year and may be extended based on the satisfactory completion of a 180-day probationary period and subsequent annual performance reviews.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send your application letter, resume, salary expectation and 2 references to rimeshra- by midnight of 1 October 2025, Bangkok time.

Please state Front End Developer - Impact-Based Forecasting: Your Name the Subject line of the email. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Ms. Dusadee Padungkul

Head-Department of Operational Support

Regional Integrated Multi-Hazard Early Warning System

AIT Campus, 58 Moo 9 Paholyothin Rd., Klong 1,

Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120 Thailand.

RIMES promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Well-qualified applicants particularly women are encouraged to apply.