Senior Frontend Engineer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 780,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Performance incentives

Professional development & conference

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a Senior Frontend Engineer to craft exceptional user experiences across our web apps. You will translate UI designs into high-quality, responsive code and mentor junior developers.

You will collaborate with backend engineers, designers, and product managers in a hybrid setup, contributing to frontend architecture and staying ahead of emerging frontend trends.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional frontend development experience.
• Proficient in modern JavaScript frameworks (React/Angular/Vue).
• Strong HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design skills.
• Experience with Redux or Vuex for state management.
• Experience integrating RESTful APIs and build tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy user-facing features with modern frontend tech.
• Translate UI designs into responsive code.
• Optimize apps for speed and scalability.
• Collaborate with backend teams to integrate components.
• Write maintainable, documented JavaScript, HTML, CSS.
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and performance.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor juniors.
• Contribute to frontend architecture decisions.
• Stay updated with emerging frontend trends.

Skills

Frontend development

React

Angular

Vue.js

HTML5

CSS3

Redux/Vuex

RESTful APIs

Webpack/Babel

Git

UI/UX principles

Mentoring

Code reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Webpack

Babel

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Frontend Engineer to join their innovative team in Durban. This role is critical in crafting exceptional user experiences across our web applications. You will be responsible for translating UI/UX designs into high-quality, responsive, and performant code. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of modern frontend frameworks, a passion for creating intuitive interfaces, and a proven track record of building complex web applications. You will collaborate closely with backend engineers, designers, and product managers to ensure seamless integration and deliver polished user-facing features. This hybrid position offers the best of both worlds: collaborative in-office work and the flexibility of remote work. We are looking for a technically strong individual who can also mentor junior developers and contribute to frontend architecture decisions, driving best practices and ensuring a consistent, engaging user journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy user-facing features using modern frontend technologies.
• Translate UI/UX designs and wireframes into high-quality, responsive code.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and user experience.
• Collaborate with backend engineers to integrate frontend components with server-side logic.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and performance optimization.
• Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback.
• Contribute to frontend architectural decisions and technology choices.
• Mentor junior frontend developers and share knowledge across the team.
• Stay updated with emerging frontend technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
• Experience with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex).
• Proficiency in building RESTful API integrations.
• Familiarity with build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel) and version control (e.g., Git).
• Understanding of UI/UX principles and user-centered design.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and performance incentives. You will have the opportunity to work on engaging projects that shape user interaction with our products. This hybrid role provides a flexible work arrangement, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. Professional development support, including training and conference attendance, is available. Enjoy working in a collaborative and creative environment in the dynamic city of Durban, with opportunities for both in-office synergy and remote focus. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation. This position offers excellent potential for career advancement within our growing organization.