Lead Frontend Developer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,983,000 - 2,975,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonuses

Health coverage

Paid time off

Dev budget for trainings

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Frontend Developer to join a fully remote team and guide the evolution of user interfaces. You will architect frontend solutions, set technical direction, and mentor a team of developers to deliver scalable, performant, and accessible web applications.

In this leadership role you will collaborate with product managers, designers and backend engineers, drive adoption of modern frontend technologies, oversee code quality, and help raise engineering

Qualifications

• Master's degree in CS or related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• 7+ years frontend development experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership capacity.
• Deep expertise in modern JS frameworks (React/Angular/Vue) and ecosystems.
• Strong understanding of web performance, accessibility, and security best practices.
• Experience with state management, build tools, and backend integration.
• Excellent communication and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of complex frontend architectures for web applications.
• Mentor and guide a team of frontend developers, fostering technical growth and productivity.
• Establish and enforce frontend coding standards, best practices, and design patterns.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to deliver high-quality features.
• Drive adoption of new frontend technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency and performance.
• Oversee code reviews and troubleshoot complex frontend issues.

Skills

Frontend architecture

Leadership

React

Angular

Vue.js

Performance optimization

Security best practices

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Webpack

Babel

CI/CD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and experienced Lead Frontend Developer to join their fully remote team and guide the evolution of their user interfaces. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for architecting frontend solutions, setting technical direction, and mentoring a talented team of developers. Your expertise will ensure the creation of highly scalable, performant, and user-friendly web applications that meet and exceed user expectations. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned frontend architect to make a significant impact on product development, drive innovation, and foster a culture of excellence in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of complex frontend architectures for web applications.
• Mentor and guide a team of frontend developers, fostering their technical growth and productivity.
• Establish and enforce frontend coding standards, best practices, and design patterns.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to deliver high-quality features.
• Drive the adoption of new frontend technologies and methodologies to enhance development efficiency and application performance.
• Oversee code reviews, ensure code quality, and troubleshoot complex frontend issues.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• 7+ years of professional experience in frontend development, with at least 2 years in a leadership capacity.
• Deep expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js) and their ecosystems.
• Strong understanding of web performance optimization, accessibility, and security best practices.
• Experience with state management, build tools, and backend integration.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills suited for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Significant budget for professional development, training, and conferences.
• Fully remote work arrangement enabling global talent acquisition and flexibility.