Senior Front-End Developer (React/Angular)

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Paid leave

Team events

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, seeks an experienced Senior Front-End Developer with React and/or Angular to craft high-quality, responsive web applications. You will collaborate with UI/UX and back-end teams to translate designs into robust code.

You should have 5+ years in front-end development, strong JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3 skills, and experience with Redux/NgRx, Git, and modern tooling. A hybrid work arrangement and ongoing learning opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional front-end web development experience.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Expertise in at least one modern framework (React or Angular).
• Experience with state management libraries (Redux/NgRx).
• Familiarity with front-end build tools (Webpack, npm, Yarn).
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and asynchronous requests.
• Git version control experience.
• Experience with responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop user-facing features using React or Angular.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and responsiveness across devices and browsers.
• Collaborate with back-end developers and UI/UX designers to integrate front-end with server-side logic.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot and debug front-end issues.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging front-end technologies and best practices.
• Contribute to front-end architecture decisions.

Skills

JavaScript

HTML5

CSS3

React

Angular

Redux/NgRx

Git

Webpack

REST APIs

Cross-browser

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Web Development

Tools

Webpack

npm

Yarn

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative digital solutions agency located in the coastal city of East London, Eastern Cape , is seeking a highly skilled Senior Front-End Developer with expertise in React and/or Angular. This role is perfect for a developer who is passionate about creating exceptional user experiences and building modern, responsive web applications. You will work closely with UI/UX designers and back-end developers to translate design concepts into high-quality, functional code. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of front-end technologies, performance optimization, and cross-browser compatibility. Join a creative and collaborative team in a beautiful seaside location, contributing to impactful web projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop user-facing features using modern front-end frameworks like React or Angular.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and responsiveness across various devices and browsers.
• Collaborate with back-end developers and UI/UX designers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot and debug front-end issues.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging front-end technologies and best practices.
• Contribute to technical discussions and architectural decisions for front-end development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in front-end web development.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Expertise in at least one modern front-end framework (React or Angular).
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux for React, NgRx for Angular).
• Familiarity with front-end build tools and package managers (e.g., Webpack, npm, Yarn).
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git.
• Experience with responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility issues.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• A dynamic and creative work environment in scenic East London .
• Hybrid work model for flexibility.
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays.
• Access to modern development tools and technologies.
• Team events and social activities.