Senior Frontend Developer (React/Vue.js)

Placements24; London Borough of Newham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer to join a fully remote team. You will craft polished user interfaces using React or Vue.js, translating designs into high-quality code and collaborating with designers and backend developers.

The role demands 5+ years of frontend experience, strong JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS3, and familiarity with RESTful APIs and build tools. A remote-friendly, UK-based position with competitive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years of professional frontend development experience.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• Experience with React.js or Vue.js and state management (Redux, Vuex).
• Experience with frontend build tools (Webpack, Babel).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Understanding of cross-browser compatibility and responsive design.
• Experience with Git and collaboration in remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain responsive frontend interfaces using React or Vue.js.
• Translate UI/UX designs into high-quality, functional code.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to ensure feasibility of designs.
• Integrate frontend with backend APIs and server-side logic.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and accessibility.
• Write clean, documented, and testable code; follow best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and share knowledge with the team.
• Troubleshoot frontend issues and provide timely solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with latest frontend technologies and trends.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and frontend decisions.

Skills

Frontend development

JavaScript

HTML5/CSS3

REST APIs

Git

Problem solving

Communication skills

Remote teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

React.js

Vue.js

Redux/Vuex

Webpack

Babel

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly innovative digital product studio, is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Frontend Developer with expertise in React or Vue.js to join their fully remote team. This role is central to crafting exceptional user interfaces and experiences for a diverse range of cutting-edge web applications. You will collaborate closely with designers and backend developers to implement visually appealing, highly interactive, and performant user-facing features. The ideal candidate possesses a strong command of modern JavaScript frameworks, a keen eye for design details, and a passion for writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code. Joining our client means becoming part of a forward-thinking, remote-first culture that values technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the frontend of exciting digital products from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain responsive and user-friendly frontend interfaces using React or Vue.js.
• Translate UI/UX design wireframes and mockups into high-quality, functional code.
• Collaborate effectively with UI/UX designers to ensure the technical feasibility of UI designs.
• Work closely with backend developers to integrate frontend components with server-side logic and APIs.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and accessibility.
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code, adhering to coding standards and best practices.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge with the team.
• Troubleshoot and debug frontend issues, providing timely solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest frontend technologies, frameworks, and industry trends.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technical decision-making for frontend development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• In-depth experience with either React.js or Vue.js, including associated state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex).
• Experience with frontend build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and responsive design principles.
• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, potential for bonuses, and excellent benefits designed for a remote workforce. This includes comprehensive health insurance coverage, a generous pension plan contribution, and a flexible work schedule that promotes work-life balance. We are committed to continuous professional development, offering access to online courses, workshops, and opportunities to attend virtual industry conferences. As a remote-first company, you'll enjoy the freedom and flexibility to work from your preferred location. We foster a culture of trust, collaboration, and innovation, ensuring a supportive and engaging environment for all team members.