Senior Frontend Developer - React

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work

Paid time off

Training budget

Wellness program

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Senior Frontend Developer with deep React expertise to lead the development of user-facing features for a global audience. This fully remote role offers the chance to mentor other frontend developers, translate designs into high-quality code, and ensure UI/UX feasibility across platforms.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of frontend experience, strong React.js skills (Hooks/Context), solid HTML5/CSS3 knowledge, and experience with Redux or Zustand and modern build

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or related field or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of professional frontend development experience focusing on modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Expert proficiency in React.js with Hooks and Context API.
• Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3 and preprocessors (SASS/LESS).
• Experience with state management libraries (Redux/Zustand) and build tools (Webpack/Vite).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, Git, and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy responsive user interfaces using React and related libraries.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement intuitive experiences.
• Translate wireframes into clean, efficient frontend code.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior frontend developers, and establish frontend best practices.
• Provide technical guidance throughout the product development lifecycle.

Skills

React.js

Frontend

JavaScript

UI/UX collaboration

Code reviews

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Redux

Zustand

Webpack

Vite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Frontend Developer with deep expertise in React to join their innovative digital products team. This fully remote position offers the chance to build cutting-edge user interfaces for a global audience. You will lead the development of user-facing features, translate designs and wireframes into high-quality code, and ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for detail, a passion for creating seamless user experiences, and the ability to mentor other frontend developers. Join a company that values creativity, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of web technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy responsive and interactive user interfaces using React and related libraries.
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to implement intuitive and visually appealing user experiences.
• Translate complex requirements and wireframes into clean, efficient, and maintainable frontend code.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior frontend developers, and contribute to establishing frontend best practices.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and provide technical guidance throughout the product development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in frontend development , with a strong focus on modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Expert proficiency in React.js and its core principles, including Hooks and Context API.
• Solid understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and related preprocessors (e.g., SASS, LESS).
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Zustand) and build tools (e.g., Webpack, Vite).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, version control (Git), and agile methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and wellness programs.
• Budget for ongoing professional development, including training and conferences.
• Opportunity to work on exciting, high-impact projects from Klerksdorp .