Lead Frontend Developer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,468,000 - 2,447,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Frontend Developer to join their fully remote team. You will architect and implement state-of-the-art user interfaces for cutting-edge web applications while mentoring a distributed team of frontend engineers.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in modern frontend frameworks, a strong focus on UI/UX, and proven ability to guide and inspire across time zones. This role offers a high-impact opportunity to shape product experiences globally.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional frontend experience
• Experience leading or mentoring a team
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+)
• Strong knowledge of responsive design and web performance
• Experience with state management libraries (Redux/Vuex)
• Familiarity with build tools (Webpack, Babel)
• RESTful API integration experience

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of complex, responsive web interfaces.
• Architect frontend solutions using modern JavaScript frameworks (React/Vue/Angular).
• Mentor a team of frontend developers and drive technical excellence.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and backend engineers for seamless integration.
• Set coding standards, perform code reviews, and optimize performance.
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and scalable frontend architectures.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a visionary Lead Frontend Developer to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This critical role involves architecting and implementing state-of-the-art user interfaces for their cutting-edge web applications. You will lead a team of talented frontend engineers, mentor them, and ensure the delivery of exceptional user experiences. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of modern frontend frameworks, a passion for UI/UX best practices, and a proven ability to guide and inspire a team in a distributed setting. This is a unique opportunity to shape the visual direction and user engagement of our client's products.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex, responsive, and user-friendly web interfaces.
• Architect frontend solutions using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue, Angular) and best practices.
• Mentor and guide a team of frontend developers, fostering collaboration and skill development.
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers and backend engineers to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, perform code reviews, and drive technical excellence within the team.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.

Requirements

• 7+ years of professional experience in frontend development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), and modern frontend frameworks.
• Strong understanding of responsive design, mobile-first development, and web performance optimization.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex) and build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel).
• Familiarity with backend technologies and RESTful API integration.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, suitable for a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on innovative projects with a global, talented team.