E-commerce Website Developer (Frontend)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Employee discounts on products

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Frontend E-commerce Website Developer for a Stellenbosch-based role with hybrid work options. The role focuses on translating UI/UX design wireframes into functional, visually engaging pages that perform well across devices and browsers.

You will collaborate with backend developers and UI/UX designers to deliver a seamless shopping experience, optimize performance, and contribute to a high-traffic e-commerce platform.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Frontend Developer with a portfolio showing e-commerce websites or complex web apps.
• HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript (ES6+) proficiency.
• Experience with modern JS frameworks such as React, Vue.js or Angular.
• Strong understanding of responsive and mobile-first design.
• Familiarity with frontend build tools (Webpack, Babel) and package managers (npm, yarn).
• Version control with Git; cross-browser compatibility awareness.
• Knowledge of UI/UX principles; familiarity with design tools (Figma, Sketch) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop new user-facing features for our e-commerce website using modern frontend technologies.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use; ensure efficiency and maintainability.
• Optimize website performance for speed and scalability across devices and browsers.
• Translate UI/UX designs into high-quality code; ensure technical feasibility.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and backend developers to integrate frontend with server logic.
• Implement responsive design for desktop, tablet, and mobile; perform cross-browser testing.
• Stay up-to-date with frontend technologies and advocate for best practices.
• Contribute to code reviews and provide constructive feedback to the team.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript (ES6+)

React

Vue.js

Angular

Responsive design

Webpack

Babel

Git

Tools

Webpack

Babel

npm

yarn

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading online retailer, is seeking a skilled Frontend E-commerce Website Developer to join their team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape . This role operates on a hybrid basis, blending the benefits of in-office collaboration with remote work flexibility. You will be responsible for translating UI/UX design wireframes into actual code that will produce visual elements of the application. You will work closely with the backend developers and UI/UX designers to ensure a seamless, intuitive, and high-performing user experience on our e-commerce platform. This is a crucial role for driving customer engagement and conversion rates through exceptional website design and functionality. If you have a passion for creating beautiful, functional, and user-friendly web interfaces, particularly within the e-commerce domain, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new user-facing features for our e-commerce website using modern frontend technologies.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use, ensuring efficiency and maintainability.
• Optimize website performance for maximum speed and scalability across various devices and browsers.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and translate them into high-quality code.
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to bridge the gap between graphical design and technical implementation.
• Work alongside backend developers to integrate frontend components with server-side logic.
• Implement responsive design principles to ensure a consistent user experience on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices.
• Perform cross-browser and cross-device testing to identify and fix bugs and usability issues.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging frontend technologies and industry trends, and advocate for their adoption where appropriate.
• Contribute to code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Frontend Developer, with a strong portfolio showcasing e-commerce websites or complex web applications.
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries such as React, Vue.js, or Angular.
• Solid understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
• Familiarity with frontend build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel) and package managers (e.g., npm, yarn).
• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them.
• Knowledge of frontend performance optimization techniques.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment, communicating clearly and collaborating efficiently.
• Experience with UI/UX design principles and familiarity with design tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with regular reviews.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between home and office.
• Opportunity to work on a high-traffic, impactful e-commerce platform.
• Professional development and training opportunities to enhance skills.
• Collaborative and innovative team environment in Stellenbosch.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of products.
• Contribute to creating cutting-edge online customer experiences.