Lead Frontend Developer - UI/UX

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Healthcare coverage

Professional development budget

Equity potential

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an accomplished Lead Frontend Developer to spearhead UI development for its digital products. You will guide a talented frontend team, set technical direction, and ensure pixel-perfect interfaces.

This fully remote role offers a chance to shape visual and interactive experiences from anywhere within a collaborative environment. You will collaborate with designers, product managers, and backend engineers, establish coding standards, and drive innovation in frontend development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of frontend development experience.
• At least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Proficiency with React, Angular or Vue.js and state management, build tools and frontend testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex, scalable user interfaces using modern frontend technologies.
• Mentor and guide a team of frontend developers, fostering technical growth and code quality.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers, product managers, and backend engineers to translate design concepts into functional interfaces.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development processes for the frontend team.
• Oversee responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.
• Drive frontend innovation by exploring new technologies and methodologies.

Skills

Frontend Leadership

Mentoring

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript ES6+

React

Angular

Vue.js

State management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Design, or related field

Tools

Redux

Webpack

Jest

CI/CD

Testing frameworks

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Lead Frontend Developer to spearhead their user interface development initiatives. This position is pivotal in crafting intuitive, engaging, and responsive user experiences for their digital products. As a leader, you will guide a talented team of frontend developers, set technical direction, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, pixel-perfect interfaces. This fully remote role offers a unique opportunity to shape the visual and interactive aspects of our client's offerings from anywhere, fostering a collaborative and innovative remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex, scalable, and performant user interfaces using modern frontend technologies.
• Mentor and guide a team of frontend developers, fostering their technical growth and ensuring code quality.
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers, product managers, and backend engineers to translate design concepts into functional, visually appealing interfaces.
• Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development processes for the frontend team.
• Oversee the implementation of responsive design principles and ensure cross-browser compatibility.
• Drive innovation in frontend development, exploring new technologies and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in frontend development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• In-depth knowledge of at least one major frontend framework such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Proven experience with state management libraries, build tools, and frontend testing frameworks.
• Strong understanding of UI/UX principles and best practices for creating exceptional user experiences.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for performance-based equity.
• Fully remote work structure, offering exceptional work-life balance.
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.
• Significant budget for professional development, including conferences and training.
• A culture that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.