Senior Front-End Developer - Web Applications

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Cutting-edge projects

Learning opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Front-End Developer to join their Stellenbosch product team. This hybrid role focuses on delivering responsive, user-friendly interfaces for complex web applications and collaborating with backend, UX/UI, and product teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of front-end experience, strong proficiency in HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript (ES6+), and hands-on experience with modern frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional front-end web development experience.
• Strong portfolio of complex web applications.
• Proficient in HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with modern JS frameworks (React, Angular or Vue.js).

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy responsive user interfaces for web apps.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement visual designs.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Participate in code reviews and uphold coding standards.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript (ES6+)

React

Angular

Vue.js

State management

Asynchronous programming

Build tools

RESTful APIs

Git

Agile

Tools

Webpack

Babel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Front-End Developer to join their innovative product development team in Stellenbosch . This hybrid role will involve designing and implementing responsive, user-friendly interfaces for complex web applications. You will collaborate closely with back-end developers, UX/UI designers, and product managers to translate sophisticated requirements into elegant and efficient front-end solutions. We are looking for a developer passionate about creating exceptional user experiences, well-versed in modern front-end technologies, and capable of contributing to both in-office brainstorming sessions and remote development tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy high-quality, responsive user interfaces for web applications using modern front-end technologies.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to ensure seamless implementation of visual designs and user experience flows.
• Optimize web applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Work closely with back-end developers to integrate front-end components with server-side logic and APIs.
• Mentor junior front-end developers and contribute to the continuous improvement of the team's development processes.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in front-end web development, with a strong portfolio of complex web applications.
• Expert proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• In-depth experience with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Solid understanding of state management, asynchronous programming, and front-end build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel).
• Experience with RESTful APIs, version control systems (Git), and agile development methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment, contributing effectively both on-site and remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge web applications with a talented team.
• Continuous learning opportunities, including access to training and conferences.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking company culture.