Senior Frontend Software Engineer - React.js / Next.js

The Legends Agency; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent tech recruitment firm seeks a Senior Frontend Software Engineer. This role involves designing and building scalable applications using React.js, with a focus on performance and maintainable code. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience in frontend engineering and strong skills in various modern technologies. This position offers a collaborative work environment and the flexibility to work remotely, emphasizing your growth and well-being in the tech industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of frontend engineering experience in a collaborative environment.
• Strong proficiency in React.js, Next.js is a plus.
• Experience integrating REST and GraphQL APIs.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable frontend applications using React.js.
• Develop reusable components and optimize performance.
• Conduct code reviews and participate in agile ceremonies.

Skills

Frontend development

React.js

Redux

GraphQL

HTML5/CSS3

Agile methodology

Tools

Jest

React Testing Library

Enzyme

Grafana

Job description

Senior Frontend Software Engineer - React.js / Next.js

Join a fast-paced, collaborative tech environment building modern, scalable web applications

Remote (South Africa) | Market-related salary | Flexible working hours

About Our Client

Our client is a global technology company focused on building high-performance, scalable software solutions for a wide range of clients. They value collaboration, clean code, and strong team dynamics as much as they value technical expertise.

The Role: Senior Frontend Software Engineer

This role is ideal for an experienced frontend engineer who thrives in a collaborative, agile environment. You'll play a key part in designing and building scalable and secure front-end applications using modern JavaScript frameworks, with a focus on React.js and optionally Next.js. Your work will have a strong emphasis on performance, user experience, and maintainable code.

Key Responsibilities

• Bring 5+ years of frontend development experience using React.js or Next.js
• Build scalable, isomorphic frontend applications using React.js and modern JavaScript
• Develop and maintain reusable components, UI features, and performance-optimized code
• Integrate with REST and GraphQL APIs
• Apply state management using Redux or similar tools
• Implement testing frameworks such as Jest, React Testing Library, or Enzyme
• Ensure best practices around SEO, accessibility, and performance monitoring
• Collaborate closely with team members in an agile environment (Scrum/Kanban)
• Participate in code reviews and share knowledge with team members

About You

• 5+ years of frontend engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in React.js (Next.js a plus)
• Experience with Redux, GraphQL, REST APIs
• Proficient in HTML5, CSS3, and CSS pre/post-processors (e.g., SASS, LESS)
• Familiarity with performance and observability tools (Grafana, Core Web Vitals)
• Excellent English communication skills — written and verbal
• Strong team fit: collaborative, approachable, and positive
• Comfortable working independently and managing your own time effectively
• Exposure to varied tech stacks and working environments is a strong advantage