Senior Front-End Engineer (React/TypeScript) for Lending Platform

ATS Client; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Client in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Front End Engineer to build and maintain React applications using TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, and modern patterns. You’ll translate designs into accessible, responsive interfaces and partner with designers, product owners, and back-end engineers.

You'll contribute to design systems, own front-end quality, participate in agile ceremonies, and mentor peers, while ensuring performance, security, and a seamless user experience across devices.

Qualifications

• Proficient in React and TypeScript with 5+ years front-end experience.
• Strong understanding of state management, accessibility, and responsive design.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, authentication, and security best practices.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps) and automated testing (Jest, Cypress).
• Experience with design systems and reusable components; collaboration across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and enhance modular React applications using TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, and modern patterns.
• Translate UX designs into accessible, responsive interfaces across devices and browsers.
• Integrate with .NET/Azure backend APIs and workflows.
• Improve performance, accessibility, and user experience through quality code and testing.
• Contribute to design systems and front-end standards; participate in code reviews and agile ceremonies.

Skills

React

TypeScript

State management

RESTful APIs

Security best practices

Azure DevOps

Jest

Cypress

UX principles

WCAG accessibility

Design systems

Collaborative/mentoring

AZ-204

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jest

Cypress

React

Next.js

Job description

ATS Client in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Front End Engineer to build and maintain React applications using TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, and modern patterns. You’ll translate designs into accessible, responsive interfaces and partner with designers, product owners, and back-end engineers.

You'll contribute to design systems, own front-end quality, participate in agile ceremonies, and mentor peers, while ensuring performance, security, and a seamless user experience across devices.