Senior Frontend Developer - E-commerce Platforms

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Work-life balance

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer in Paarl, Western Cape to build and enhance engaging e-commerce user interfaces. You will translate complex designs into responsive web apps, collaborate across teams, and drive performance optimization.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years of frontend experience, deep HTML/CSS/JS expertise, and proficiency with React, Angular or Vue.js. You will contribute to design systems and frontend architecture in a fast-growing online retailer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or equivalent.
• 6+ years of professional frontend experience focused on e-commerce.
• Strong HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript (ES6+) expertise.
• Experience with React, Angular or Vue.js.
• Understand responsive design, cross-browser compatibility and performance.
• Familiarity with build tools and RESTful APIs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-quality, responsive frontend code for e-commerce sites.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers, backend developers, and product managers.
• Optimize frontend performance across devices and browsers.
• Ensure UI/UX designs are technically feasible and provide feedback.
• Write clean, maintainable code with modern JS frameworks.
• Contribute to frontend architecture and state management systems.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers.
• Stay updated with frontend technologies and design systems.

Skills

Frontend development

React

Angular

Vue.js

Performance optimization

Cross-browser

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Web Development

Tools

Webpack

Babel

Gulp

Git

REST APIs

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the e-commerce space, is looking for a Senior Frontend Developer to join their dynamic team in Paarl, Western Cape. This role is crucial for building and enhancing the user interfaces of our cutting-edge e-commerce platforms, ensuring a seamless and engaging shopping experience for our customers. You will be responsible for translating complex designs and user requirements into functional, responsive, and visually appealing web applications. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in modern frontend technologies, a passion for performance optimization, and a keen eye for detail, all within the Paarl business ecosystem. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the digital storefronts of a rapidly growing online retailer.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-quality, responsive frontend code for e-commerce websites and applications.
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers, backend developers, and product managers to implement user-facing features.
• Optimize frontend performance for maximum speed and scalability across various devices and browsers.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and provide constructive feedback.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Implement and manage state management solutions and frontend architecture.
• Conduct code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and junior developers in Paarl.
• Troubleshoot and debug frontend issues, ensuring a smooth user experience.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging frontend technologies and industry best practices.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of frontend component libraries and design systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional frontend development experience, with a significant focus on e-commerce platforms.
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Proven experience with modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong understanding of responsive design principles, cross-browser compatibility, and web performance optimization techniques.
• Experience with frontend build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel, Gulp) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with backend integration and RESTful APIs.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills within the Paarl development context.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG) is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, comprehensive health insurance, and retirement plan contributions.
• Join a forward-thinking e-commerce company in Paarl, working on exciting projects that reach a global audience.
• We provide opportunities for professional development, including access to cutting-edge tools, training programs, and industry conferences.
• Enjoy a collaborative work environment in the Western Cape, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance.
• Benefits include generous paid time off and regular team social events.