Senior Developer, Front End (New Marketplace Development)

CompAsia Sdn Bhd; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital solutions provider in Malaysia is seeking a talented Frontend Developer for their new marketplace development. The role involves building intuitive user interfaces using React, collaborating closely with backend developers, and optimizing performance for an eCommerce platform. Candidates should have over 4 years of experience in frontend development, proficiency in RESTful APIs, and familiarity with CSS preprocessors. The position offers a competitive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Sports (e.g., Gym)

Vision

Flexi Allowance

Employee Purchase Program

Employment

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience building frontend applications with React.
• Experience consuming RESTful APIs and integrating with backend services.
• Familiarity with CSS preprocessors and modern CSS techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality, reusable, and scalable React components for an eCommerce storefront.
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate APIs and ensure smooth data flow.
• Optimize frontend performance for fast load times.

Skills

React

Frontend Development

RESTful APIs

CSS preprocessors (Sass, LESS)

State Management Libraries (Redux, Context API)

Git

Tools

Git

Sanity

Strapi

Contentful

Jest

React Testing Library

Cypress

Job description

Senior Developer, Front End (New Marketplace Development)

We’re looking for a talented Frontend Developer to join our team and build intuitive, responsive, and engaging user interfaces for our eCommerce platform using React. You will collaborate closely with backend developers (MedusaJS), designers, and product managers to deliver seamless shopping experiences that delight customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality, reusable, and scalable React components for an eCommerce storefront.
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate APIs from MedusaJS, ensuring smooth data flow and user experience.
• Optimize frontend performance for fast load times and smooth interactions.
• Participate in UI/UX discussions and help translate designs into functional components.
• Integrate and customize headless CMS tools to manage dynamic content effectively.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure frontend code quality.
• Work with product managers and designers to gather requirements and deliver new features.
• Maintain clear documentation of frontend architecture, components, and workflows.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience building frontend applications with React.
• Experience consuming RESTful APIs and integrating with backend services.
• Familiarity with CSS preprocessors (Sass, LESS) and modern CSS techniques (Flexbox, Grid).
• Experience working with headless CMS platforms such as Sanity, Strapi, Contentful, or similar.
• Experience with state management libraries like Redux, Context API, or similar.
• Basic understanding of backend concepts, especially headless eCommerce platforms like MedusaJS.
• Proficient in Git version control and collaborative workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with TypeScript in React projects.
• Familiarity with testing frameworks such as Jest, React Testing Library, or Cypress.
• Exposure to GraphQL and advanced CMS integrations.
• Knowledge of accessibility best practices (WCAG).
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.

Company Overview

CompAsia is a digital and technology company that provides end-to-end solutions for certified pre‑owned devices focusing on the mobile phone life‑cycle value chain. Our focus is on delivering a mobile phone lifecycle experience not limited to Trading, Financing and Insurance.

Application Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Front End React Developer?

Perks and Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Sports (e.g., Gym)
• Vision
• Flexi Allowance
• Employee Purchase Program
• Employment