Front-End Developer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Front-End Developer to join a remote-first engineering team serving their East London based entity. You will implement UI designs, ensure a seamless UX across devices, and collaborate with UI/UX designers and back-end developers to deliver high-quality web apps.

The role emphasizes modern front-end tech, clean code, and staying current with frameworks and best practices, enabling you to contribute to visually engaging interfaces from anywhere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional Front-End development experience.
• Proficient in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.

Responsibilities

• Develop responsive and interactive user interfaces based on designs.
• Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate front-end with server-side logic.
• Ensure pixel-perfect implementation and cross-browser compatibility.
• Write clean, documented, and testable code.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain quality and share knowledge.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

React

Angular

Vue.js

Webpack

Git

Responsive design

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Engineering

Tools

Webpack

Babel

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and passionate Front-End Developer to join their innovative, remote-first engineering team, contributing to projects for their East London based entity. You will be responsible for implementing user interface designs, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience across various devices and browsers. This role requires a strong command of modern front-end technologies, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code. You will collaborate closely with UI/UX designers and back-end developers to bring creative concepts to life and deliver high-quality web applications. This is an excellent opportunity for a developer who enjoys building intuitive and visually appealing interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop responsive and interactive user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Implement front-end code based on designs provided by UI/UX designers, ensuring pixel-perfect accuracy.
• Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate front-end components with server-side logic.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest front-end technologies, frameworks, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience as a Front-End Developer .
• Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Familiarity with build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Experience working on projects relevant to our East London operations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and attending tech conferences.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering excellent work-life balance.