Frontend Developer (React)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Modern office environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a talented Frontend Developer with strong React expertise to build user-facing features and translate UI/UX designs into scalable web applications. You will collaborate with designers and backend engineers to create intuitive interfaces and shape the user journey on our platform.

Join a product-focused team and contribute to fast, responsive experiences across devices, while continuously improving UI quality and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of professional frontend development experience with a focus on React.
• Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3, including modern CSS frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new user-facing features using React.js and associated libraries.
• Build reusable components and frontend libraries for future use.
• Ensure UI/UX designs are feasible and interfaces are fast and scalable.
• Collaborate with backend developers and designers to integrate UI with server-side logic.
• Write clean, maintainable code and adhere to coding standards.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging for cross-device compatibility.

Skills

React.js

JavaScript

HTML5

CSS3

RESTful APIs

UI/UX implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Redux

Context API

Webpack

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and creative Frontend Developer with strong expertise in React to join their innovative product team in Sandton . You will be responsible for developing user-facing features, translating UI/UX designs into functional web applications, and ensuring a seamless user experience. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on a cutting-edge product, collaborating with designers and backend engineers to build intuitive and engaging interfaces. You'll contribute to shaping the user journey and enhancing the overall usability of our platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new user-facing features using React.js and associated libraries.


• Build reusable components and frontend libraries for future use.


• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs, optimizing applications for maximum speed and scalability.


• Collaborate with backend developers and designers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.


• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, adhering to coding standards and best practices.


• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure a high-quality user experience across different devices and browsers.

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 modern CSS frameworks.


• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Context API) and frontend build tools.


• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.


• Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail in UI/UX implementation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based rewards.


• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.


• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.


• A modern and collaborative office environment with a strong focus on user experience.


• Chance to work on exciting projects that impact a large user base.