Senior Frontend Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Flexible hours

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Frontend Engineer for a fully remote role based from Bloemfontein, SA. You will build engaging, responsive interfaces with React/Angular/Vue.js, collaborating with designers and backend engineers to shape the user experience.

The role emphasizes UI/UX, performance optimization, code quality, and mentoring. Requires 5+ years of frontend experience, HTML/CSS/JS, and Redux/Vuex, plus modern tooling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Design, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional frontend development experience.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with React, Angular, or Vue.js and Redux or Vuex.
• Familiarity with build tools like Webpack and Babel.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and Git version control.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement high-quality, responsive user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Translate UI/UX design wireframes and mockups into actual code.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and responsiveness.
• Collaborate effectively with backend developers and product managers.
• Conduct code reviews to maintain code quality and consistency.
• Troubleshoot and debug frontend issues.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging frontend technologies and best practices.
• Mentor junior frontend developers and share technical knowledge.
• Contribute to the overall frontend architecture and strategy.

Skills

UI/UX awareness

Frontend architecture

Mentoring

Performance optimization

Cross-team collaboration

Responsive design

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Web Design

Tools

Webpack

Babel

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic e-commerce platform based in Bloemfontein , is looking for a talented Senior Frontend Engineer to join their innovative product development team. This role is responsible for building engaging, responsive, and user-friendly interfaces for their web applications. You will work with modern frontend frameworks, collaborate closely with designers and backend engineers, and play a key part in shaping the user experience of their digital products. This position is fully remote, offering flexibility and the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing company from anywhere. We are seeking a passionate individual with a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of UI/UX principles, and a commitment to writing high-quality, maintainable code. Your contributions will directly impact the customer journey and the success of our client's online presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement high-quality, responsive user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Translate UI/UX design wireframes and mockups into actual code.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and responsiveness.
• Collaborate effectively with backend developers and product managers.
• Conduct code reviews to maintain code quality and consistency.
• Troubleshoot and debug frontend issues.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging frontend technologies and best practices.
• Mentor junior frontend developers and share technical knowledge.
• Contribute to the overall frontend architecture and strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Design, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional frontend development experience.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Strong experience with at least one modern JavaScript framework (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex).
• Understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
• Familiarity with build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel).
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with performance optimization techniques.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, opportunities for professional growth and learning, flexible working hours, and a collaborative, supportive team culture. Join our client and make a significant impact on their digital presence from the comfort of your home.