Senior Frontend Developer - E-commerce Platform Enhancement

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Remote-friendly

Learning opportunities

Challenging projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer to join their fully remote team. You will architect features for a leading e-commerce platform, mentor junior developers, and drive performance improvements across devices.

The role requires 6+ years in frontend, strong JS (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3, and experience with React/Angular/Vue.js, plus state management with Redux or Zustand. Remote-friendly, Cape Town-based culture and opportunities await.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 6 years of professional frontend development experience.
• Expertise in JavaScript ES6+, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Experience with React, Angular, or Vue.js and modern state management.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and Git.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy high-quality responsive frontend code.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers and product managers to translate designs into features.
• Optimize components for speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Write clean, maintainable code and conduct code reviews.
• Mentor junior frontend developers and lead build pipelines.
• Identify performance bottlenecks and address technical debt.
• Stay up-to-date with frontend technologies and best practices.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and frontend direction.
• Ensure UI/UX feasibility and input for implementation.

Skills

JavaScript ES6+

HTML5

CSS3

React

Angular

Vue.js

Redux

Zustand

Webpack

Vite

REST APIs

Git

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

Webpack

Vite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding e-commerce leader, is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer to join their fully remote team. This position is crucial for enhancing the user experience and performance of their flagship online retail platform. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating elegant, efficient, and scalable frontend solutions, leveraging the latest web technologies. You will play a key role in architecting new features, optimizing existing code, and ensuring a seamless customer journey across all devices. This is a fully remote role, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work with a talented, distributed team. The **Cape Town** based company prides itself on its innovative culture and commitment to delivering exceptional digital experiences. We are looking for a highly skilled developer who can lead by example, mentor junior developers, and contribute significantly to the technical direction of our frontend development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy high-quality, responsive frontend code for the e-commerce platform.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers and product managers to translate design mockups and requirements into functional features.
• Optimize application components for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Implement and maintain frontend build pipelines and development workflows.
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior frontend developers.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks and technical debt.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging frontend technologies and industry best practices.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technical decision-making for frontend development.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and provide input for optimal implementation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• Proven experience with at least one modern JavaScript framework (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Strong understanding of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility issues.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Zustand) and build tools (e.g., Webpack, Vite).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Proficiency in version control systems, particularly Git.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, particularly in a remote team setting.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, including an excellent annual salary and performance-related bonuses.
• As a fully remote position, this role provides exceptional flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits are provided.
• You will have access to continuous learning opportunities, professional development support, and the chance to work on challenging and impactful projects within the e-commerce space.
• The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, even in a remote setting, and values the contributions of its experienced development team.
• This role is an outstanding opportunity to grow your career without geographical limitations.