Senior Frontend Developer - UI/UX Expertise

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary and bonuses

Comprehensive health and wellness

Hybrid work environment

Professional growth and tech confs

Creative and collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer with strong UI/UX expertise to join our product development team in Polokwane. You will craft intuitive, visually appealing interfaces for flagship web applications, collaborating with designers and backend engineers in a hybrid model.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in frontend, proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and a modern framework (React/Angular/Vue).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CS, Design, or related field.
• 5+ years in frontend development.
• Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript and a modern JS framework.
• Strong UI/UX principles and user-centered design.
• Experience with state management libraries and RESTful APIs.

Responsibilities

• Develop responsive UIs using React/Angular/Vue.js.
• Translate designs into interactive components.
• Optimize performance and cross-device UX.
• Collaborate with backend to integrate APIs.
• Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews.

Skills

UI/UX

Frontend development

React/Angular/Vue.js

REST APIs

Code reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Design or equivalent

Tools

Redux

Vuex

Webpack

Build tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Senior Frontend Developer with strong UI/UX expertise to join their vibrant product development team in Polokwane . You will be instrumental in crafting intuitive, engaging, and visually appealing user interfaces for their flagship web applications. This role requires a keen eye for design, a deep understanding of modern frontend frameworks, and the ability to translate complex requirements into seamless user experiences. Working within a hybrid model, you'll collaborate closely with designers and backend engineers to bring innovative ideas to life and elevate the user journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality, responsive user interfaces using modern frontend technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).


• Translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into functional, interactive web components.


• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and user experience across all devices.


• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate frontend components with server-side logic and APIs.


• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and ensure adherence to best practices in frontend development.


• Stay informed about the latest frontend trends and implement innovative solutions to enhance user engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.


• 5+ years of professional experience in frontend development .


• Expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and at least one modern JavaScript framework (React, Angular, Vue.js).


• Strong understanding of UI/UX principles and best practices for creating user-centered designs.


• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex) and build tools.


• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonuses.


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility.


• Opportunities for professional growth and attending tech conferences.


• A creative and collaborative team atmosphere.