Frontend Developer (Remote)

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary

Health/dental/vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Frontend Developer for a fully remote role. You will translate UI/UX wireframes into interactive, responsive web applications and collaborate with backend teams. Must have a strong foundation in HTML5, CSS3, and JS (ES6+), plus experience with React, Angular, or Vue.js.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in CS or related field and 3+ years of frontend experience. Familiarity with Webpack/Babel and npm/Yarn is expected; remote but hands-on, fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional frontend development.
• Strong HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Familiarity with build tools (Webpack, Babel) and package managers (npm, Yarn).
• Understanding of responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop responsive, high-performance user interfaces with modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Translate UI/UX designs into functional, pixel-perfect code.
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate frontend components with APIs.
• Write clean, maintainable code and document with Git.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Participate in code reviews and share knowledge with the team.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript (ES6+)

React/Angular/Vue.js

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Webpack

Babel

npm

Yarn

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and motivated Frontend Developer to join their innovative product team, operating on a fully remote basis. You will be responsible for translating UI/UX design wireframes into actual code, producing visually appealing, highly interactive, and responsive web applications. This role requires a strong understanding of modern frontend technologies and a passion for creating seamless user experiences. You'll collaborate closely with backend developers and designers to deliver high-quality, user-centric digital products, contributing significantly to the technical architecture and development of our platforms in a dynamic remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop responsive, high-performance user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Translate UI/UX design wireframes and mockups into functional, pixel-perfect code.
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate frontend components with server-side logic and APIs.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, following best practices for version control (Git).
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with at least one major JavaScript framework (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
• Familiarity with build tools (Webpack, Babel) and package managers (npm, Yarn).
• Understanding of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility issues.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture that values continuous learning and innovation.