Senior Frontend Developer

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid plan

Pension fund contribution

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer for a hybrid role in the United States. You will craft high-performance, accessible UIs using React/Angular/Vue, translate designs into responsive code, and collaborate with backend and UX teams to deliver scalable web applications.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience, strong HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript, state management (Redux/Vuex), REST APIs, and modern build tools.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional frontend development experience.
• Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Expertise in at least one modern JavaScript framework such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex).
• Understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new user-facing features using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Build reusable components and frontend libraries for future use.
• Translate UI/UX design wireframes into high-quality, responsive code.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Collaborate effectively with backend developers and UI/UX designers to integrate frontend components with server-side logic.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback.
• Identify and troubleshoot UI bugs and performance issues.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging frontend technologies and best practices.

Skills

Frontend development

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

React

Angular

Vue.js

Redux/Vuex

Webpack

REST APIs

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic software development company specializing in bespoke business solutions, is seeking a talented Senior Frontend Developer to enhance their product offerings. This exciting opportunity is based in Klerksdorp, North West. You will be responsible for crafting intuitive, high-performance user interfaces and ensuring a seamless user experience across various web applications. The ideal candidate possesses a strong command of modern frontend technologies, a keen eye for design, and a passion for creating engaging and accessible digital products. This hybrid role combines the benefits of collaborative in-office work with the flexibility of remote work, fostering productivity and work-life balance within the North West region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new user-facing features using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Build reusable components and frontend libraries for future use.
• Translate UI/UX design wireframes into high-quality, responsive code.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Collaborate effectively with backend developers and UI/UX designers to integrate frontend components with server-side logic.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback.
• Identify and troubleshoot UI bugs and performance issues.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging frontend technologies and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 4+ years of professional frontend development experience.
• Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Expertise in at least one modern JavaScript framework such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex).
• Understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
• Familiarity with build tools like Webpack or Parcel.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Knowledge of version control systems like Git.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package based on experience.
• Company-sponsored medical aid plan.
• Pension fund contribution.
• Generous annual leave policy.
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning through workshops and online courses.
• Hybrid work model that balances in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.
• Engaging work environment with a focus on innovation.
• Regular team social events.