Senior Frontend Developer - Crypto

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits

Office in Sandton

Professional development

Continuous learning culture

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer to build high-performance web interfaces for crypto-related products. You will translate complex UI/UX designs into clean, scalable code and collaborate with backend engineers to integrate APIs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of frontend experience, strong HTML/CSS/JavaScript skills, and proficiency with React or Vue. You will mentor junior developers, implement accessible interfaces, and contribute to a culture of continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of frontend web development experience.
• Proficient in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and crypto platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement responsive, accessible interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue, Angular).
• Translate UI/UX designs into high-quality, reusable frontend code.
• Optimize frontend performance for speed and cross-browser compatibility.
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate frontend components with APIs.
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior frontend developers, and uphold coding standards.
• Ensure accessibility standards and best practices are implemented.

Skills

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

React

Vue

Angular

REST APIs

Blockchain

UI/UX

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Related

Tools

Git

Webpack

Babel

Testing (Jest)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Senior Frontend Developer to enhance their digital presence and user interfaces for their crypto -related products, based in their prestigious office in Sandton . You will be responsible for building intuitive, high-performance, and visually appealing user experiences for web applications that interact with blockchain technology. This role requires a strong command of modern frontend frameworks, a keen eye for UI/UX design, and the ability to collaborate effectively with backend engineers and product managers. The ideal candidate is passionate about the intersection of finance and technology and excels in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement responsive, user-friendly interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue, Angular).
• Translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into high-quality, reusable code for web applications.
• Optimize frontend performance for speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate frontend components with server-side logic and APIs.
• Conduct code reviews, provide technical guidance, and mentor junior frontend developers.
• Ensure the implementation of accessibility standards and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in frontend web development.
• Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, along with experience in modern frontend frameworks.
• Experience integrating with RESTful APIs and understanding of asynchronous request handling.
• Familiarity with blockchain concepts and frontend development for crypto platforms is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on innovative products in the exciting crypto industry .
• State-of-the-art office facilities in Sandton .
• Professional development opportunities and a culture of continuous learning.
• Collaborative team environment focused on delivering exceptional user experiences.