Senior Frontend Developer (React/Vue.js)

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical aid

Provident fund contribution

Life insurance

Annual performance bonuses

Professional development: online and 


Tech conferences

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking a highly proficient Senior Frontend Developer with strong React or Vue.js experience to build responsive, high-performance web interfaces for our flagship applications.

You will collaborate with backend teams and UI/UX designers, implement tests, and mentor junior developers in a hybrid work environment. This role emphasizes clean code, modern frontend tech, and scalable UI solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional frontend experience with live web apps.
• Strong knowledge of JavaScript (ES6+) and modern HTML/CSS.
• Expertise in React or Vue.js with state management experience (Redux/Vuex).
• Experience with build tools (Webpack/Vite) and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with Git, Jest, Cypress, and testing strategies.
• Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive, high-performance UIs using React or Vue.js.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate mockups into pixel-perfect pages.
• Write clean, well-documented JavaScript, HTML, and CSS code.
• Optimize apps for speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Integrate frontend components with backend APIs and services.
• Contribute to testing strategies with unit and integration tests.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers.
• Keep up-to-date with frontend trends and best practices.

Skills

JavaScript ES6+

React

Vue.js

HTML5

CSS3

Redux/Vuex

Webpack/Vite

RESTful APIs

Git

Jest/Cypress

Unit/Integration Testing

Team Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

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

Tools

Webpack

Vite

Redux

Vuex

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding technology firm situated in Centurion, Gauteng, ZA, is seeking a highly proficient Senior Frontend Developer with expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks like React or Vue.js. This is a crucial role for developing and enhancing user-facing features for our client's flagship web applications. You will be instrumental in crafting responsive, high-performance, and scalable user interfaces. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the full frontend development lifecycle, from conception and design collaboration to implementation and testing. You will work closely with backend developers and UI/UX designers to deliver seamless and engaging digital experiences. Join a forward-thinking company in Centurion that values innovation and technical excellence, offering a hybrid work arrangement that blends collaborative office days with the flexibility of remote work. This position is perfect for a developer passionate about clean code and cutting-edge frontend technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain responsive and performant user interfaces using React or Vue.js.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional, pixel-perfect web pages.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented JavaScript, HTML, and CSS code.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Work closely with backend developers to integrate frontend components with server-side logic and APIs.
• Implement robust testing strategies, including unit and integration tests, to ensure code quality and stability.
• Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback.
• Mentor junior frontend developers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest frontend technologies and best practices.

Requirements

• Proven professional experience as a Frontend Developer, with a strong portfolio of live web applications.
• In-depth knowledge of JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• Expertise in at least one modern JavaScript framework, preferably React or Vue.js.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex).
• Familiarity with build tools like Webpack or Vite.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Proficiency with version control systems, such as Git.
• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Cypress).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, benchmarked against industry standards, along with annual performance bonuses.
• Benefits include comprehensive private medical aid coverage, a generous provident fund contribution, and life insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development are abundant, including access to online courses, specialized training, and attendance at tech conferences.
• The company culture in Centurion emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being.
• The hybrid work model offers a great work-life balance.
• You will work with a talented team using the latest technologies in a modern office environment.