Senior Frontend Engineer (React/Vue.js)

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Equity options

Health insurance

Paid time off

Learning budget

Challenging projects

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Frontend Engineer for a fully remote, distributed engineering team. You will design and implement high-quality interfaces using React and Vue.js, collaborate with product and design, and drive frontend architecture for a high-traffic web app reaching millions of users.

The role emphasizes asynchronous communication, self-motivation, and a strong focus on performance, testing, and code quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of frontend experience with JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS3.
• Expertise with React.js or Vue.js and SPAs.
• Strong knowledge of Redux/Vuex, RESTful APIs, and Git.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement responsive, performant UIs with React and/or Vue.js.
• Collaborate with backend, product, and design teams to deliver seamless UX.
• Write clean, documented code following best practices.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior frontend developers.
• Participate in architectural discussions and technical decisions.
• Troubleshoot complex frontend issues and stay updated on trends.
• Support robust testing strategies (unit, integration, E2E).
• Identify performance and UX improvements and drive process enhancements.

Skills

JavaScript

HTML5

CSS3

React.js

Vue.js

Redux

Vuex

REST APIs

Git

Remote work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or related

Tools

Webpack

Babel

npm

Yarn

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in cloud-based software solutions, is actively seeking an exceptional Senior Frontend Engineer to join their fully remote, distributed engineering team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of a sophisticated, high-traffic web application that impacts millions of users worldwide. You will be at the forefront of building innovative user interfaces, leveraging modern JavaScript frameworks like React and Vue.js, and collaborating with a talented international team. We are looking for a proactive, self-motivated individual who thrives in a remote-first culture and is passionate about writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code. Your expertise will be crucial in driving the frontend architecture and ensuring a best-in-class user experience from the comfort of your home, anywhere in the world. This role is fully remote, emphasizing asynchronous communication and results-oriented work.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement high-quality, responsive, and performant user interfaces using React and/or Vue.js.
• Collaborate closely with backend engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver seamless user experiences.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality and mentor junior frontend developers.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical decision-making.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex frontend issues.
• Stay current with emerging frontend technologies and industry trends.
• Contribute to the development of robust testing strategies (unit, integration, E2E).
• Proactively identify areas for improvement in performance, user experience, and development processes.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in frontend development with a strong focus on JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks such as React.js or Vue.js.
• Proven experience in building complex, single-page applications (SPAs).
• Solid understanding of state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Vuex).
• Experience with build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel) and package managers (e.g., npm, yarn).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Strong understanding of web performance optimization techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong communication skills, comfortable working in a distributed team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent demonstrable experience.

Benefits

• Fully remote position with flexible working hours.
• Competitive salary and equity options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and public holidays.
• Access to online learning platforms and professional development budgets.
• Opportunity to work on challenging, high-impact projects.
• Join a forward-thinking and inclusive company culture, regardless of your location.