Senior Frontend Developer (Remote)

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and remote workflex

Comprehensive health, dental, and viso

Generous stock options package.

Opportunities for continuous learning

Flexible working hours

Collaborative remote team environment

Home office equipment allowance

Regular virtual team social events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer to join a remote-first SaaS team building user experience tools used globally. You will translate design concepts into responsive interfaces and work closely with designers and backend engineers.

You have 5+ years of frontend experience, expert JS (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3, with hands-on React, Angular or Vue. Your role includes performance optimization, accessibility, and contributing to frontend architecture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, web development, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional frontend development experience.
• Expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• Experience with at least one modern framework/library (React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Experience with state management libraries (Redux, Vuex).
• Familiarity with build tools like Webpack or Vite.
• Understanding of responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.
• Experience with Git version control.
• Knowledge of performance optimization techniques.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills.
• WCAG accessibility knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy responsive and user-friendly web interfaces using modern frontend technologies.
• Translate UI/UX design wireframes and mockups into high-quality, functional code.
• Collaborate closely with backend developers to integrate frontend components with server-side logic.
• Optimize application components for speed, scalability, and performance across devices and browsers.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure code quality and standards adherence.
• Troubleshoot frontend issues and implement effective solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest frontend trends and tools.
• Contribute to frontend architectural decisions and technology choices.
• Ensure accessibility and usability for diverse users.

Skills

JavaScript (ES6+)

HTML5

CSS3

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or related field

Tools

React

Angular

Vue.js

Redux

Webpack or Vite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding SaaS company specializing in user experience enhancement tools, is seeking a talented Senior Frontend Developer to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This is an exceptional opportunity to craft intuitive and engaging user interfaces for a cutting-edge platform used by businesses worldwide. You will play a key role in translating design concepts into high-quality, responsive web applications, working collaboratively with designers and backend engineers. We are looking for a motivated individual with a deep understanding of modern JavaScript frameworks and a passion for creating seamless digital experiences. As this is a remote-first position, strong communication and self-management skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy responsive and user-friendly web interfaces using modern frontend technologies.
• Translate UI/UX design wireframes and mockups into high-quality, functional code.
• Collaborate closely with backend developers to integrate frontend components with server-side logic.
• Optimize application components for maximum speed, scalability, and performance across various devices and browsers.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to standards.
• Troubleshoot and debug frontend issues, identifying and implementing effective solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest frontend development trends, tools, and best practices.
• Contribute to frontend architectural decisions and technology choices.
• Ensure a high level of user satisfaction through intuitive and accessible design implementation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• Strong proficiency with at least one modern JavaScript framework/library (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex).
• Familiarity with build tools like Webpack or Vite.
• Understanding of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility.
• Experience with version control systems, such as Git.
• Knowledge of performance optimization techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with proven ability to excel in a remote work setting.
• Experience with accessibility standards (WCAG) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous stock options package.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• A collaborative and supportive remote team environment.
• Home office equipment allowance.
• Regular virtual team social events.