Senior Frontend Developer (Remote)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Remote work

Stock options

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Senior Frontend Developer to join its remote-first engineering team. You will design, develop, and optimize high-performance web applications for a global audience, while mentoring peers and leading frontend best practices.

Required are 6+ years in frontend development with React/Angular/Vue, strong HTML5/CSS3, and experience with build tools like Webpack and Git. The role emphasizes collaboration with product managers and developers in a fully remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 6+ years of professional frontend development experience.
• Expertise with React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong HTML5, CSS3, responsive design and web performance knowledge.
• Experience with state management, build tools, and Git.
• Proactive problem-solving and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop responsive, accessible UIs using modern frontend tools.
• Translate wireframes into high-quality code with UI/UX designers.
• Write clean, well-documented JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and cross-browser support.
• Lead code reviews and mentor junior frontend developers.
• Integrate with backend services and APIs for seamless UX.

Skills

Frontend development

React/Angular/Vue

JavaScript

HTML/CSS

Web performance

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Webpack

Babel

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Frontend Developer to join their dynamic, remote-first engineering team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing user-friendly and high-performance web applications. This role requires a deep understanding of modern frontend frameworks, a passion for creating exceptional user experiences, and the ability to lead and mentor other developers. Working remotely, you will collaborate with a talented group of engineers and product managers to build and enhance innovative digital products that reach a global audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop responsive, accessible, and visually appealing user interfaces using modern frontend technologies.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional, high-quality code.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and performance across various devices and browsers.
• Lead code reviews, mentor junior frontend developers, and promote best practices in frontend development.
• Integrate with backend services and APIs to deliver seamless user experiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 6+ years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Expertise in JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3, responsive design principles, and web performance optimization.
• Experience with state management libraries, build tools (Webpack, Babel), and version control (Git).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving technical challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and stock options.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Opportunities to work on challenging and impactful projects.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Continuous learning and professional development support.