Javascript Developer

Avvoka Makati, National Capital Region, Philippines Join or sign in to find your next job Avvoka Makati, National Capital Region, Philippines 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Location: Hybrid (Manila) Schedule: 160h/month Compensation: Competitive, based on experience Start Date: Flexible — we’d love you to join soon About Us Avvoka is a fast-growing legal technology scale-up specializing in document automation. Our platform helps law firms and in-house teams draft, negotiate, and manage contracts more efficiently. We’re trusted by leading global brands — from Magic Circle law firms like AO Shearman to global franchises like HBO. — and have supported everything from billion-dollar transactions to international franchise deals. We’re growing quickly, evolving from a bootstrapped start-up to scale-up, with 60% growth in headcount and over 70% organic revenue growth in the past year - so come join us on building a culture that’s innovative, collaborative, and inclusive. Who You Are Key Responsibilities 1. Develop and Enhance Microsoft 365 Plugins Implement secure and scalable integrations with Microsoft Graph API and other Office JS SDKs Ensure consistent user experiences between the plugin and the core web platform 2. Integrate AI-Powered Features Work closely with AI engineers to integrate intelligent suggestions, content generation, and automation features directly into the Microsoft plugin environment Implement API connections to internal and third-party AI services (e.g., OpenAI, Azure Cognitive Services) Optimize performance for real-time, context-aware AI interactions within Office documents 3. Write and Maintain Robust, Scalable Code Build for reliability, performance, and security within enterprise-grade environments Continuously improve code quality through refactoring, testing, and automation 4. Collaborate and Communicate Partner with product managers, designers, and AI engineers to define and deliver impactful plugin features Participate in technical discussions and contribute to architectural decisions for the plugin ecosystem Provide clear documentation, technical insights, and code reviews to ensure consistent engineering standards 5. Drive Innovation and Technical Excellence Champion best practices in testing, CI/CD, and deployment for Office Add-ins Experiment with emerging AI/ML tools and evaluate their potential for enhancing user experience Key Measures of Success To ensure your application has the best opportunity of success, your CV could cover the below measures of success with quantifiable results (e.g. percentages, growth, reductions, impact) Plugin Performance: Delivered high-performing, low-latency Microsoft 365 add-ins (Word, Excel, Outlook) that run seamlessly across desktop and web environments. AI Integration Impact: Successfully integrated AI features (e.g. Copilot, OpenAI, or Azure Cognitive Services) that improved user workflows or automation outcomes. Collaboration & Delivery: Partnered effectively with product, design, and backend teams to deliver major feature releases on time and to spec. User Experience Outcomes: Enhanced the intuitiveness and responsiveness of plugin UIs, driving measurable improvements in user adoption or engagement. Person Specification The ideal candidate would have: Solid frontend experience with frameworks like React or Vue.js . Experience building production web apps: RESTful APIs, OAuth2 flows and secure authentication. Proven ability to debug and optimise complex UI performance issues. Comfortable working with product and design teams and owning end-to-end delivery. The desirable candidate would have: Hands-on experience developing Office Add-ins using Office.js and integrating with Microsoft Graph . Familiarity with Azure , OpenAI , or Cognitive Services for AI integrations. Background in B2B SaaS or document automation platforms. Exposure to testing frameworks (Jest, Playwright) and CI/CD for plugin deployment. Understanding of accessibility, UX principles and UI performance optimisation. In addition to the technical and professional skills, there are certain core attributes we value across all roles: Adaptability in dynamically evolving settings A proactive, solution-focused mindset with ownership A collaborative spirit, supporting and mentoring others If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway — you might be just the candidate we’re looking for. Our Hiring Process CV Review: Our People team reviews all applications carefully. Screening Call (15m): A quick virtual chat with our People team to learn more about you and answer any initial questions. Stage 1 – Assessment Interview (30–45m): A virtual assessment interview with the Hiring Manager focused on your experience and approach. We aim to make an offer to the successful candidate within a month of application, but this will vary by role and seniority. Why Join Us At Avvoka, you’ll join a considerate, innovative, and inclusive team where every voice matters. You’ll be instrumental in shaping our expansion into financial services - helping major institutions modernise how they handle legal and commercial documentation - while advancing your own career in enterprise SaaS sales. Remote-first working policy – employees are empowered to work from home and come into the office based on role and business requirements Home office IT allowance (eligibility criteria apply) Annual learning and development budget (eligibility criteria apply) Clear pathways for professional development and career growth Flexible dress code (role-based requirements apply) Right to request flexible working arrangements We are an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity, committing to building an inclusive team that represents a variety of backgrounds. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, including those from underrepresented groups. We’re also happy to provide accommodations for candidates with disabilities during the application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr