Frontend Developer (React)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Hybrid work model

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a talented Frontend Developer with a strong React focus to join their innovative team. You will build intuitive, responsive interfaces for web applications and collaborate with UI/UX designers and backend developers in a hybrid Pretoria office.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, 3+ years of frontend experience with React, plus proficiency in JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3 and state management (Redux/Context API).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 3+ years of frontend development experience with React.
• Strong JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS3 skills.
• Experience with Redux/Context API and build tools (Webpack/Babel).
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.

Responsibilities

• Develop new user-facing features using React.js and modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and responsiveness across various devices and browsers.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional, high-fidelity interfaces.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team discussions on technical direction and solutions.

Skills

React

JavaScript

HTML5

CSS3

Redux/Context API

Webpack/Babel

SASS/LESS

RESTful APIs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Webpack

Babel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and creative Frontend Developer with a strong focus on React to join their innovative team in Pretoria . This role is essential in building intuitive, responsive, and engaging user interfaces for our cutting-edge web applications. You will work closely with UI/UX designers and backend developers to translate concepts into seamless user experiences. We value collaboration, clean code, and a passion for creating user-centric designs. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work both remotely and in our modern Pretoria office, fostering a productive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new user-facing features using React.js and modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and responsiveness across various devices and browsers.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional, high-fidelity interfaces.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team discussions on technical direction and solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience in frontend development with a strong focus on React.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3, including preprocessors like SASS or LESS.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Context API) and frontend build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel).
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in UI implementation.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous leave policy and hybrid working model.
• Opportunities for skill development and career advancement.
• A creative and collaborative work environment in Pretoria .