Lead Frontend Developer

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Medical & dental insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Professional development budget

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24, Cape Town, is seeking a visionary Lead Frontend Developer to guide UI development, set technical direction, and champion user-centric web apps. You will mentor a team of frontend engineers, translate designs into functional pages, and drive best practices in coding, testing, and performance.

The role emphasizes collaboration with UI/UX designers, accessibility, and staying ahead of frontend trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of frontend development experience, with at least 2 years in a lead capacity.
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Proven experience with React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong understanding of responsive design principles and WCAG accessibility.
• Experience with build tools (Webpack, Babel), Git, and testing frameworks (Jest, Mocha).

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of frontend developers, providing technical guidance and architectural oversight.
• Develop and maintain high-quality, responsive, and performant user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional web pages.
• Implement and enforce coding standards, conduct code reviews, and champion best practices in frontend development.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Stay current with emerging frontend technologies and trends, evaluating and recommending new tools and techniques.

Skills

Frontend Development

Architectural Leadership

React

Angular

Vue.js

Performance Optimization

WCAG Accessibility

Code Reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Web

Tools

Webpack

Babel

Git

Jest

Mocha

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Lead Frontend Developer to spearhead their user interface development efforts in Cape Town . This critical role involves guiding a team of talented frontend engineers, setting technical direction, and ensuring the creation of exceptional, user-centric web applications. You will be instrumental in shaping the user experience, bridging the gap between design and functionality, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's digital presence and product offerings, working in a vibrant and forward-thinking team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of frontend developers, providing technical guidance and architectural oversight.
• Develop and maintain high-quality, responsive, and performant user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional web pages.
• Implement and enforce coding standards, conduct code reviews, and champion best practices in frontend development.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Stay current with emerging frontend technologies and trends, evaluating and recommending new tools and techniques.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in frontend development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior capacity.
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+) .
• Proven experience with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js .
• Strong understanding of responsive design principles, accessibility standards (WCAG), and performance optimization techniques.
• Experience with build tools (Webpack, Babel), version control (Git), and testing frameworks (Jest, Mocha).

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and public holidays.
• Professional development budget for conferences and training.
• Relocation assistance available for candidates moving to Cape Town .