Senior Frontend Developer (TypeScript)

Fusang Exchange Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital securities exchange in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer to design, develop, and deploy high-performance applications using TypeScript and React. This role involves creating exceptional user interfaces, integrating APIs, and leading automation in frontend processes. Candidates must have a strong background in frontend development, modern security practices, and proficiency in AI-assisted coding tools. This position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to an innovative team in a cutting-edge environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on frontend coding experience.
• Strong understanding of TypeScript and type systems.
• Proven experience in building modern applications with React.
• Experience with SSR and SSG in Next.js.
• Proficiency in modern CSS techniques and styling frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy high-performance frontend applications using TypeScript.
• Create visually appealing user interfaces that deliver exceptional experiences.
• Integrate with backend services and APIs.
• Contribute to the development lifecycle from ideation to deployment.
• Implement frontend security best practices.

Skills

TypeScript

React

Next.js

Responsive Design

AI-assisted development tools

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in IT or Computer Science

Tools

Redux

CSS-in-JS

GitHub Copilot

Testing frameworks (Vitest, React Testing Library)

Job description

About Fusang

Fusang is Asia’s first fully-regulated digital securities exchange, bridging traditional finance with blockchain technology. Licensed in Labuan, Malaysia, we pioneered the world’s first institutional tokenised sukuk and are building the digital infrastructure for tomorrow’s capital markets. Join us in transforming how the world accesses investment opportunities.

The Role

Fusang is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Frontend Developer (TypeScript) to join our team. This role involves designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge frontend applications using modern TypeScript and React ecosystem technologies. You will be a foundational member of a high-energy team, contributing to the entire development lifecycle and pushing boundaries with innovative UI/UX solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Frontend Application Development: Design, develop, and deploy resilient and high-performance frontend applications using TypeScript as the primary language.
• User Interface Excellence: Create responsive, accessible, and visually appealing user interfaces that deliver exceptional user experiences across various devices and platforms.
• Modern Framework Expertise: Leverage advanced features of React and Next.js to build scalable and maintainable frontend applications with optimal performance.
• API Integration: Seamlessly integrate with backend services and APIs, ensuring efficient data flow and error handling in frontend applications.
• End-to-End Development Lifecycle: Contribute to all phases of the development lifecycle, from ideation and prototyping to development, testing, deployment and post-release support.
• Automation & Tooling: Develop scripts and automation tools to streamline frontend development processes and workflows.
• Technical Innovation: Actively explore and integrate new tools, techniques, and innovative ideas into frontend projects.
• Security Implementation: Implement frontend security best practices including XSS protection, secure authentication flows, and data validation.
• Testing & Performance: Implement comprehensive testing strategies and performance optimization techniques including code splitting and bundle optimization.

Job Qualifications and Skill Sets

• The candidate must possess at least a Diploma or bachelor’s degree in information technology or computer science with at least 5 years’ experience in hands-on frontend coding.
• Solid experience with TypeScript, demonstrating strong understanding of type systems and their application in building robust frontend applications.
• Proven experience building modern applications with React, including hooks, context API, and performance optimization techniques.
• Strong proficiency with Next.js for full-stack frontend applications, including SSR, SSG, and deployment strategies.
• Modern CSS & Styling: Proficiency with modern CSS techniques, CSS-in-JS solutions, and styling frameworks.
• State Management: Experience with state management libraries such as Redux, Zustand, or React Query.
• Frontend Tooling: Familiarity with build tools, testing frameworks (Vitest, React Testing Library, Playwright), and development environments.
• Responsive Design: Strong understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development approaches.
• Security Awareness: Knowledge of frontend security best practices including XSS prevention, secure coding practices, and authentication flows.
• Genuine enthusiasm for learning new technologies and tackling new challenges.
• Able to communicate and present ideas and concepts in English.
• AI-Assisted Development (Required): Proficiency with AI-assisted coding tools such as Claude Code, Cursor, or GitHub Copilot is essential—this is a core part of how we build software at Fusang.