Junior Frontend Developer (React & Typescript)

Datafin It Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment agency is looking for a Junior Frontend Developer in Cape Town. You will collaborate with Senior Developers and Designers to create responsive user interfaces using React and TypeScript. The ideal candidate should have 12 years of experience (including internships or projects) and a solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Enthusiasm for learning and adapting is essential. Apply now for a chance to grow in a collaborative environment!

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience in Frontend development, internships or projects accepted.
• Familiarity with React and component-based development.
• Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript / TypeScript.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Frontend components for the Procurement Marketplace using React and TypeScript.
• Translate UI / UX designs and wireframes into high-quality, functional code.
• Collaborate with Backend Developers to connect Frontend components to APIs.

Skills

React

JavaScript / TypeScript

HTML

CSS

Responsive design

Git

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Webpack

Vite

ESLint

Prettier

Figma

Slack

Job description

ENVIRONMENT

ENVIRONMENT : ENSURE visually appealing and seamless user interfaces as the next Junior Frontend Developer sought by a cutting-edge FinTech platform. Working closely with Senior Developers, Designers, and Product Managers, you will help implement clean, responsive, and intuitive user interfaces using React and modern Frontend tools. The ideal candidate will have 12 years of experience in Frontend development (Internships or personal projects count!), is familiar with React & component-based development and has a solid understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript / TypeScript, REST APIs and JSON. If you’re excited to grow your skills in modern Frontend development while working on a real-world application used by enterprise buyers and suppliers, then APPLY NOW!

DUTIES

• Develop and maintain Frontend components for the Procurement Marketplace using React and TypeScript.
• Translate UI / UX designs and wireframes into high-quality, functional code.
• Assist in implementing responsive layouts and ensuring cross-browser compatibility.
• Collaborate with Backend Developers to connect Frontend components to APIs.
• Write clean, maintainable code and participate in code reviews.
• Help identify and fix bugs, performance bottlenecks, and usability issues.
• Learn and apply best practices in modern Frontend development, including accessibility, testing, and component reuse.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies like sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives.

REQUIREMENTS

Tech Stack

Frontend: React, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, SASS

Tooling: Webpack, Vite, ESLint, Prettier

Version Control: Git

Collaboration: Figma, Slack

EXPERIENCE / SKILLS

• 12 Years of experience in Frontend development (Internships or personal projects count!).
• Familiarity with React and component-based development.
• Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript / TypeScript.
• Basic knowledge of REST APIs and working with JSON.

NICE TO HAVES

• Relevant tertiary qualification.
• Experience with version control tools like Git.
• Familiarity with accessibility and responsive design principles.
• Knowledge of state management tools (e.g., Redux, Context API).
• Understanding of Agile development practices.

ATTRIBUTES

• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and passion for clean, user-friendly design.
• Good communication skills and a proactive attitude.

While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

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