Senior Front-End Developer

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Front-End Developer to join our development team in East London. You will translate UI/UX wireframes into code that delivers visual elements and collaborate with the back-end team to build high-performance web applications.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of front-end experience, strong HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript (ES6+), and hands-on experience with React, Angular or Vue.js. Familiarity with Webpack/Parcel and Git is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of front-end development experience.
• Strong HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with React, Angular or Vue.js.
• Responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.
• Familiarity with Webpack, Parcel and Git.

Responsibilities

• Develop user-facing features using modern front-end frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Translate UI/UX wireframes and mockups into functional, responsive web pages.
• Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate front-end components with server-side logic.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and user experience across devices and browsers.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, adhering to coding standards.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers, ensuring code quality.

Skills

JavaScript (ES6+)

HTML5

CSS3

Responsive design

Cross-browser compatibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or related field

Tools

Webpack

Parcel

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Front-End Developer to join their innovative development team in East London . You will be responsible for translating UI/UX design wireframes into actual code that will produce visual elements of the application. You will work closely with the back-end development team to create seamless, user-friendly, and high-performance web applications. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for detail, a passion for creating intuitive user interfaces, and a strong command of modern front-end technologies, driving exceptional user experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop user-facing features using modern front-end frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Translate UI/UX design wireframes and mockups into functional, responsive web pages.
• Collaborate with back-end developers to integrate front-end components with server-side logic.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and user experience across various devices and browsers.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, adhering to coding standards.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers, ensuring code quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in front-end development.
• Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Expertise in at least one modern JavaScript framework (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
• Experience with responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility issues.
• Familiarity with build tools (Webpack, Parcel) and version control systems (Git).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A collaborative and creative work environment in East London .
• Chance to work on impactful projects with cutting-edge technologies.