Senior Frontend Engineer - Web3 Focus

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Training and conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Frontend Engineer with a strong Web3 focus to join our East London, Eastern Cape team. You will build intuitive interfaces for blockchain-based products and collaborate closely with designers and backend teams in a product-driven environment.

You will integrate with smart contracts using Web3 libraries, optimize performance, and participate in agile processes to ship high-quality dApps for a global audience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years frontend development, 2+ years Web3.
• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frontend frameworks (React, Vue, Angular).
• Experience integrating with blockchain tech using Web3.js or Ethers.js.
• Familiarity with wallets like MetaMask and smart contract interactions.
• Experience with Redux/Zustand and build tools (Webpack, Vite).
• Experience with testing (Jest, React Testing Library).
• Strong UI/UX sense and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive frontends for decentralized applications (dApps).
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to turn wireframes into code.
• Integrate frontend with smart contracts and blockchain networks using Web3 libraries.
• Optimize frontend performance for speed and cross-browser compatibility.
• Write clean, maintainable, well-documented code; conduct code reviews for juniors.
• Stay current with frontend and Web3 best practices.
• Troubleshoot frontend issues and ensure smooth user experience.
• Participate in agile processes including sprint planning and retrospectives.
• Contribute to frontend architecture discussions.

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript

React

Vue.js

Angular

Web3 libraries

UI/UX

State management

Testing (Jest)

Web3 security

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Web3.js

Ethers.js

Webpack

Vite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge decentralized application (dApp) development studio, is looking for a Senior Frontend Engineer with a strong Web3 focus to join their dynamic team in East London, Eastern Cape . This role is essential in building intuitive and engaging user interfaces for our innovative blockchain-based products. You will leverage your expertise in modern frontend technologies and your understanding of blockchain interactions to create seamless user experiences. This position requires a commitment to working from our office in East London, Eastern Cape , fostering close collaboration and synergy within the team. You will be instrumental in bringing our dApps to life for a global audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain highly responsive, user-friendly interfaces for decentralized applications (dApps).
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional, high-quality code.
• Integrate frontend applications with smart contracts and blockchain networks using Web3 libraries.
• Optimize frontend performance for speed, scalability, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to junior engineers.
• Stay current with the latest trends and best practices in frontend development and the Web3 ecosystem.
• Troubleshoot and debug frontend issues, ensuring a smooth user experience.
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning and retrospectives.
• Contribute to technical discussions and architectural decisions related to frontend development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in frontend development, with at least 2 years focused on Web3 technologies.
• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frontend frameworks such as React, Vue.js, or Angular.
• Experience integrating with blockchain technologies using libraries like Web3.js, Ethers.js, or similar.
• Understanding of blockchain concepts, wallets (e.g., MetaMask), and smart contract interactions.
• Familiarity with state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Zustand) and build tools (e.g., Webpack, Vite).
• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library).
• Strong understanding of UI/UX principles and a passion for creating exceptional user experiences.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with Solidity or other smart contract languages is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a leading dApp development environment. While this role is based in our office in East London, Eastern Cape , we foster a collaborative and innovative work culture. You will have the chance to work on exciting, forward-thinking projects at the intersection of technology and finance. Opportunities for training, conference attendance, and skill development are readily available. Join a talented team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of decentralized applications and shaping the future of the internet.