Lead Frontend Developer (React)

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary commensurate with experience

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Career development opportunities

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Frontend Developer in George, Western Cape, to guide a team of frontend engineers and drive architecture for scalable, high‑quality UI solutions.

You will lead code reviews, define standards, and collaborate with design, product and backend teams to deliver performant applications using React and modern tooling.

Qualifications

• Extensive frontend experience with a strong React focus.
• Proven leadership or team-leading experience.
• Solid knowledge of JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS3.
• Familiarity with state management and building scalable frontends.
• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest).

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a frontend team, providing technical guidance.
• Architect scalable, high-performance frontend solutions.
• Define and enforce coding standards and processes.
• Collaborate with backend, design and product teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Conduct code reviews and address technical debt.
• Oversee deployment and ensure frontend stability.

Skills

Frontend leadership

React

JavaScript (ES6+)

HTML/CSS

Code reviews

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Tools

React

Redux

Zustand

Webpack/Vite/Parcel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Frontend Developer to spearhead their development efforts in **George, Western Cape**. This critical role involves leading a team of talented frontend engineers, architecting robust and scalable web applications, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, performant user interfaces. You will be instrumental in setting technical direction, mentoring junior developers, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of modern frontend technologies, particularly React, and a proven track record of delivering complex projects from concept to deployment. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the technical landscape of a growing organization and contribute to impactful projects within the beautiful region of **George**. We are looking for a proactive leader who can guide the team through technical challenges and inspire them to achieve outstanding results. The role requires a blend of strong technical expertise, leadership acumen, and a passion for building exceptional user experiences. You will be the go‑to person for frontend challenges, driving best practices and ensuring code quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of frontend developers, providing technical guidance and support.


• Architect and implement scalable, maintainable, and high-performance frontend solutions using React and associated technologies.


• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development processes.


• Collaborate with backend developers, designers, and product managers to define project requirements and deliver integrated solutions.


• Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and adherence to architectural standards.


• Identify and address technical debt, and proactively refactor code for improved efficiency and maintainability.


• Stay abreast of emerging frontend technologies and trends, evaluating their potential adoption.


• Oversee the deployment process and ensure the stability and reliability of frontend applications.


• Contribute to strategic technical planning and roadmap development.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in frontend development, with a significant focus on React.


• Proven experience in a technical leadership or team lead role.


• Deep understanding of JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.


• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Zustand) and routing.


• Familiarity with build tools like Webpack, Vite, or Parcel.


• Experience with RESTful APIs and asynchronous programming.


• Strong understanding of testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library).


• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team.


• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance bonus structure.


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.


• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.


• A challenging and rewarding work environment in **George, Western Cape**.


• Access to cutting-edge development tools and resources.


• Generous annual leave entitlement.


• Regular team social events and company retreats.