Senior Frontend Developer - JavaScript Expert

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Professional development allowance

Fully remote team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Frontend Developer with deep JavaScript expertise to join a fully remote team building modern web applications.

You will translate designs into responsive, high-performance UIs using React, Angular, or Vue.js, collaborating with UX designers and backend engineers to deliver seamless user experiences. The role rewards technical excellence and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional frontend development experience.
• Expertise with at least one major framework (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and modern frontend build tools (Webpack, Babel).
• Experience with Git and responsive, mobile-first design.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain frontend code using modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers and backend developers to create intuitive interfaces.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Write clean, maintainable code and participate in code reviews.

Skills

JavaScript

Frontend frameworks

Responsive design

Remote collaboration

Tools

React

Angular

Vue.js

Webpack

Babel

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Frontend Developer with expertise in JavaScript to join their dynamic and collaborative remote team. This role is focused on building sophisticated, user-friendly interfaces for cutting-edge web applications. You will be responsible for translating complex design mockups and wireframes into functional, responsive, and high-performance code. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned developer who is passionate about clean code, modern frameworks, and delivering exceptional user experiences in a fully remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain high-quality frontend code using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers and backend developers to create seamless and intuitive user interfaces.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, participating actively in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and debug frontend issues, ensuring a smooth and error-free user experience.
• Stay current with emerging frontend technologies and best practices, and contribute to architectural decisions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in frontend development, with a strong emphasis on JavaScript.
• Expertise in at least one major JavaScript framework (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
• Proficiency with HTML5, CSS3, and modern frontend build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel).
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Strong understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fully remote team environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• The flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote position .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for professional development and continuous learning.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects with a talented international team.