Lead Frontend Engineer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Kimberley office

Job summary

Placements24 is looking for an experienced Lead Frontend Engineer to steer frontend development in Kimberley. You will guide a team, shape UI architecture, and deliver high-quality interfaces across devices.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in frontend, strong JS/HTML/CSS skills, and leadership experience with React/Angular/Vue and Redux/Vuex. Join a high-performing office team focused on excellent user experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years frontend experience with significant lead or senior capacity.
• Deep expertise in JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3 and modern frontend frameworks.
• Experience with Redux or Vuex and build tools like Webpack and Babel.
• Strong understanding of responsive design, cross-browser compatibility and perf optimization.
• Proven leadership and ability to drive technical decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a frontend team, fostering excellence and collaboration.
• Architect and implement scalable, high-performance interfaces using React, Vue, or Angular.
• Define frontend standards, best practices, and coding guidelines.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes into interactive interfaces.
• Optimize performance across devices, browsers, and network conditions.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure frontend quality and reliability.

Skills

Frontend leadership

JavaScript

Web performance

Cross-browser compatibility

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Eng

Tools

React

Vue

Angular

Redux

Vuex

Webpack

Babel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and innovative Lead Frontend Engineer to spearhead their front-end development efforts in Kimberley . In this critical role, you will guide a team of talented frontend developers, oversee the architecture and implementation of user interfaces, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, performant, and engaging user experiences. You will play a key part in shaping the technical direction of our web applications, collaborating closely with product, design, and backend teams. This position requires strong technical leadership, a passion for building exceptional UIs, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative and high-performing development environment within our office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of frontend developers , fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Architect and implement scalable, maintainable, and performant user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks like React, Vue, or Angular .
• Define and enforce frontend development standards, best practices, and coding guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into high-fidelity, interactive interfaces.
• Optimize application performance for speed, scalability, and responsiveness across various devices and browsers.
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure the quality and reliability of frontend code.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of professional experience in frontend development , with a significant portion in a lead or senior capacity.
• Deep expertise in JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern frontend frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js ).
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex) and build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel).
• Strong understanding of responsive design, cross-browser compatibility, and web performance optimization.
• Proven experience in leading development teams and driving technical decision-making.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, including conferences and training.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment located in Kimberley .