Senior Frontend Engineer - UI/UX Focus

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and dental coverage

Remote work options

Development allowance

Stellenbosch culture

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Frontend Engineer in Stellenbosch with a strong UI/UX focus to craft intuitive, responsive interfaces and deliver exceptional user experiences. The role demands deep frontend expertise, a designer’s eye, and the ability to translate complex needs into elegant code.

You will collaborate with UI/UX designers, build scalable components, and mentor junior developers while staying ahead of frontend trends and best practices. Remote work options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Design, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of frontend development experience.
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Proven experience with React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong understanding of UI/UX principles and responsive design.

Responsibilities

• Develop highly interactive and performant user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks (React/Angular/Vue).
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement pixel-perfect designs and ensure seamless UX.
• Write clean, modular, well-tested frontend code following best practices.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor juniors.
• Stay current with emerging frontend technologies and trends.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript (ES6+)

React

Angular

Vue.js

UI/UX principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Design, or related field

Tools

Webpack

Babel

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and creative Senior Frontend Engineer with a strong focus on UI/UX to join their team in Stellenbosch . You will be responsible for crafting intuitive, engaging, and responsive user interfaces that provide an exceptional user experience. This role requires a deep understanding of modern frontend technologies, a keen eye for design aesthetics, and the ability to translate complex user needs into elegant code. Join a passionate team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of user interface design and development, contributing directly to the user‑centric products that define our client's success, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop highly interactive and performant user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to implement pixel-perfect designs and ensure a seamless user experience.
• Write clean, modular, and well‑tested frontend code, adhering to best practices.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior frontend developers.
• Stay current with emerging frontend technologies and trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in frontend development .
• Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Proven experience with at least one major frontend framework like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong understanding of UI/UX principles and responsive design techniques.
• Experience with build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel) and version control (Git).

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular performance reviews and potential bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Remote work options available, promoting work-life balance.
• Generous allowance for professional development and training.
• Vibrant and collaborative work culture in Stellenbosch .
• Paid time off and company holidays.