Lead Frontend Developer (React)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Híbrido; ZAR 700.000 - 1.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Hybrid work model

Professional development budget

Stock options

Paid time off

Team building activities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, is seeking a Lead Frontend Developer with a strong React focus to drive our frontend strategy and mentor a growing team.

You will shape UI/UX, collaborate with product and design, and ensure high-quality, scalable frontend applications in a hybrid work environment blending office sessions with remote work.

Experience with TS, Redux/Zustand, and modern tooling is essential to deliver elegant interfaces across devices.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Web Development, or related field.
• 2+ years in a lead or senior frontend role.
• Strong expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3.
• Deep React experience and core principles.
• Experience with Redux or Zustand and routing.
• Familiarity with Webpack or Vite.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and async requests.
• Experience with Jest and React Testing Library.
• Strong UI/UX sense and responsive design.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• TypeScript experience is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Lead frontend features with React and JS frameworks.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and product managers to translate designs into code.
• Write clean, maintainable frontend code.
• Mentor junior frontend developers and ensure code quality.
• Drive frontend architecture and technology strategy.
• Optimize frontend performance for speed and scalability.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Stay up-to-date with React ecosystem and best practices.
• Troubleshoot frontend issues for a seamless UX.
• Help evolve frontend standards and processes.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Mentoring

React

JavaScript

UI/UX

Problem solving

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Herramientas

Redux

Zustand

Webpack

Vite

REST APIs

Jest

React Testing Library

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic startup focused on innovative digital experiences, is looking for an exceptional Lead Frontend Developer with a strong specialization in React to join their team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. This role offers the opportunity to lead the frontend development efforts, mentor a talented team, and shape the user interface and user experience of our cutting-edge products. You will play a key role in architectural decisions, technology selection, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, performant, and scalable frontend applications. This position utilizes a hybrid work model, providing a balance between collaborative office sessions and the flexibility of remote work. We are seeking a passionate developer who is driven by creating elegant and user-friendly interfaces and is eager to contribute to a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of user-facing features using React and modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and product managers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional, high-quality code.
• Write clean, maintainable, well-documented, and performant frontend code.
• Mentor and guide junior frontend developers, fostering their technical growth and ensuring code quality.
• Drive frontend architectural decisions and contribute to the overall technical strategy.
• Optimize frontend performance for maximum speed and scalability across various devices and browsers.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in frontend development and the React ecosystem.
• Troubleshoot and debug frontend issues, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Contribute to the evolution of our frontend development standards and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience as a Frontend Developer, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• Deep understanding and extensive experience with React and its core principles.
• Proficiency with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Zustand) and routing.
• Experience with frontend build tools (e.g., Webpack, Vite).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Experience with modern frontend testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library).
• Strong understanding of UI/UX principles and responsive design.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with TypeScript is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Generous budget for professional development, including conferences and training.
• Opportunity to lead impactful projects and shape product direction.
• Collaborative and innovative team culture.
• Regular team-building activities.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Potential for stock options.
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization.