Senior Frontend Developer (React)

Placements24; Richards Bay; Remote; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement planning support

Professional development opportunities

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer specialized in React to join a remote-first tech team building cutting-edge web applications.

Must have 5+ years in frontend development, strong React.js experience, and solid knowledge of modern JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3. Collaboration with design and backend teams is essential in an agile setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 5+ years of professional frontend experience.
• Strong JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3 skills.
• Extensive React.js experience and core principles.
• Experience with state management libraries (Redux, Zustand).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and async handling.
• Experience with modern frontend build pipelines (Webpack, Babel, npm/yarn).
• Proficiency with Git and version control.
• Understanding cross-browser compatibility and responsive design.
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills, especially remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy responsive frontend features using React.
• Collaborate with backend and UI/UX teams to integrate client-side with server logic.
• Write clean, maintainable, efficient code following best practices.
• Optimize apps for speed, scalability, and cross-device performance.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality and share knowledge.
• Troubleshoot and debug frontend issues with effective solutions.
• Contribute to frontend architecture decisions and technology choices.
• Stay updated on emerging frontend technologies and trends.
• Work in an agile environment, contributing to sprints and retrospectives.
• Mentor junior frontend developers and share expertise.

Skills

JavaScript

React.js

HTML5

CSS3

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Redux

Zustand

Webpack

Babel

npm/yarn

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and experienced Senior Frontend Developer specializing in React to join their innovative tech team. This role is crucial for building and enhancing user-facing features of our client's cutting-edge web applications. You will work remotely, collaborating with a dynamic team of engineers and designers to deliver high-quality, performant, and scalable solutions. The ideal candidate has a passion for clean code, a deep understanding of modern JavaScript frameworks, and a commitment to creating exceptional user experiences. You will play a key role in shaping the frontend architecture and driving best practices within the development team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated developer looking to make a significant impact in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy responsive and user-friendly frontend features using React.
• Collaborate with backend developers and UI/UX designers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code adhering to coding standards and best practices.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and performance across various devices and browsers.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge with the team.
• Troubleshoot and debug frontend issues, identifying and implementing effective solutions.
• Contribute to frontend architecture decisions and technology choices.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging frontend technologies and industry trends.
• Work effectively in an agile development environment, participating in sprint planning and retrospectives.
• Mentor junior frontend developers and share expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Extensive experience with React.js and its core principles.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Zustand).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Experience with modern frontend build pipelines and tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel, npm/yarn).
• Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and responsive design principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, especially in a remote setting.

Benefits

• This remote role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement planning support, and professional development opportunities.
• You will have the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa, with excellent support for remote work.
• Our client fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, providing ample opportunities for learning and growth in the exciting field of frontend development.