Senior Frontend Developer (Remote-First)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.400.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote-first

Health insurance

Paid time off

Stock options

Learning & conferences

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer for a remote-first role. You will build scalable web apps, mentor juniors, and drive frontend architecture decisions.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years of frontend development, strong JavaScript, HTML/CSS, and experience with React/Angular/Vue. Remote collaboration across distributed teams is essential, with a focus on performance and quality.

Formación

• 7+ years of professional frontend development experience.
• Expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5 and CSS3.
• Proven experience with React, Angular or Vue.js and state management.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and build tools like Webpack/Babel/Vite.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, test, and deploy responsive, performant user interfaces.
• Translate UI/UX designs into functional web pages.
• Write clean, maintainable code using modern frameworks.
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate frontend components.
• Optimize components for speed and user experience.
• Maintain automated testing suites (unit/integration/e2e).
• Mentor junior frontend developers and participate in code reviews.
• Contribute to frontend architecture discussions and decisions.
• Stay updated with emerging frontend technologies and trends.
• Troubleshoot and resolve frontend bugs and performance issues.

Conocimientos

JavaScript ES6+

HTML5/CSS3

React/Angular/Vue.js

Redux/Vuex

REST APIs

Webpack/Babel/Vite

Git

Remote collaboration

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Herramientas

Webpack

Babel

Vite

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering technology firm, is seeking an accomplished Senior Frontend Developer to join their innovative and dynamic team. This is a remote-first position, designed for individuals who excel in a distributed work environment and are passionate about building exceptional user interfaces. You will be at the forefront of developing responsive, scalable, and user-friendly web applications using modern JavaScript frameworks. This role involves collaborating closely with UI/UX designers, backend developers, and product managers to deliver high-quality software solutions. As a senior member of the team, you'll have opportunities to mentor junior developers, contribute to architectural decisions, and drive technical excellence. We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within our remote-first structure, allowing you to contribute from wherever you are.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy high-quality, responsive, and performant user interfaces for web applications.
• Translate UI/UX design wireframes and mockups into functional, interactive web pages.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Collaborate effectively with backend developers to integrate frontend components with server-side logic.
• Optimize application components for maximum speed, scalability, and user experience.
• Implement and maintain automated testing suites (unit, integration, end-to-end tests).
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior frontend developers.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions regarding frontend development.
• Stay updated with emerging frontend technologies and industry trends.
• Troubleshoot and resolve frontend bugs and performance issues.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• Proven experience with at least one major frontend framework such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong understanding of state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex).
• Experience with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Proficiency with build tools like Webpack, Babel, or Vite.
• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and performance optimization techniques.
• Experience with unit testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Mocha, Cypress).
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication skills, essential for effective remote collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary of ZAR, reflecting your expertise.
• Fully remote work setup, providing ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, including access to online courses and conferences.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture.
• Performance bonuses and potential for stock options.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• Annual performance reviews with clear career progression paths.
• Regular virtual social events and team-building activities.