Mid-Level Front-End Developer

ATS Client; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company-wide training

Conferences & summits

Growth into leadership roles

Mentorship & leadership opportunities

Job summary

ATS Client in Pretoria is seeking a Mid-Level Frontend Developer to help shape the digital experience for thousands of learners across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. You will design and implement intuitive interfaces, collaborate with design teams, and mentor junior developers.

You will bring 4–6 years of frontend experience, strong React/Next.js skills, and a passion for accessible, high-quality web apps.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of frontend web development experience.
• Bachelor of Information Science or Computer Science or equivalent.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript frontend frameworks, preferably React JS, Redux, Context API.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and asynchronous requests.
• Familiarity with Webpack, Babel, ESLint, and Git.
• UI/UX sensibility and collaboration with design teams.
• Deep understanding of HTML5/CSS3/SCSS and responsive design.
• Experience with React.js components, hooks, and context.
• Experience with Next.js SSR/SSG and API routes.
• Experience with styling frameworks such as Tailwind CSS or Material UI; CSS-in-JS libraries.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality, responsive frontend components using modern frameworks.
• Oversee and guide the work of junior frontend developers.
• Participate in code reviews and foster a collaborative development environment.
• Define and enforce frontend development standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate APIs for end-to-end functionality.
• Uphold the company's visual identity and user-centric design.

Skills

Frontend development

React JS

JavaScript (ES6+)

UI/UX sensibility

Code reviews

Team leadership

Communication

Planning & execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Science

Tools

Webpack

Babel

ESLint

Git

Tailwind CSS

Material UI/ Styled Components

Vite

Job description

Job Title

Mid-Level Frontend Developer

Location

Pretoria, Gauteng

Overview

A leading edtech company is looking for an experienced Mid-Level Frontend Developer with strong experience in modern frameworks and tools (e.g. React, Next.js, or similar) to join their team in Pretoria. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated frontend developer to shape the digital experience of thousands of learners and educators across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia by designing and implementing intuitive, engaging, and accessible interfaces that make learning coding, robotics, and other tech‑based subjects effective, engaging and enjoyable. If you have experience in frontend web development and a passion for transforming complex user needs into seamless, user‑centered interfaces, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Develop high‑quality, responsive, and accessible frontend components using modern frameworks and tools (e.g. React, Next.js, or similar).
• Oversee and guide the work of junior frontend developers, ensuring code quality, adherence to design specifications, and proper use of tools and technologies.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to a high‑performing, team culture; conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and foster a collaborative development environment.
• Define and enforce frontend development standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless end‑to‑end functionality.
• Uphold the company's visual identity while promoting clarity, functionality, and engagement.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience in frontend web development.
• Relevant design degree/qualifications/certifications, for example: Bachelor of Information Science or Computer Science.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript frontend frameworks, preferably React JS, Redux, Context API, or similar.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Familiarity with tools such as Webpack, Babel, ESLint, and Git.
• UI/UX sensibility and experience collaborating closely with design teams.
• Deep understanding of HTML5/CSS3/SCSS – semantic markup, styling methodologies (e.g., BEM), and pre‑processors.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) – modern JavaScript features and syntax.
• Experience with React.js – Component‑based architecture, hooks, and context.
• Experience with Next.js – Server‑side rendering (SSR), static generation (SSG), and API routes.
• Familiarity with Context API – for state management.
• Experience with Styling & UI Frameworks such as Tailwind CSS or Material UI – Utility‑first styling or component‑based design systems.
• Experience with Styled Components / Emotion – CSS‑in‑JS libraries for scoped styling.
• Proficiency in API Integration: RESTful APIs, Axios/Fetch API – for async communication (GraphQL is optional but good to have).
• Familiarity with Tooling & DevOps: Git & GitHub / GitLab – Version control, pull requests, and branching strategies; Webpack/Vite / Babel – Build tools and transpilers; CI/CD pipelines – Basic familiarity with automated deployments (GitHub Actions, Vercel, Netlify).
• Logical, organised thinker.
• Clear, concise, and proactive communicator.
• Strong at planning, delegating, and executing.
• Proactive and solution‑oriented.
• Personable, approachable, and team‑driven.
• Results‑focused and goal‑oriented.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (to be discussed in the application process).
• Access to company‑wide training and development sessions.
• Participation in company events, conferences, and summits.
• Opportunity to grow into senior leadership roles, participate in strategy development, and access ongoing professional development.
• Regular feedback, mentorship, and opportunities to lead initiatives that shape the future of the design language.