Web Developer (Frontend)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 979,000 - 1,469,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote flexibility

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Frontend Web Developer to join its innovative technology team. This fully remote role focuses on translating UI/UX wireframes into responsive, high-performance interfaces and collaborating with designers and backend developers to deliver great user experiences.

You will build user-facing features with HTML, CSS and JavaScript, create reusable code, optimise performance, and ensure cross‑browser compatibility in an Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Proven frontend development experience with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript frameworks (React/Angular/Vue.js).
• Strong understanding of responsive design, cross-browser compatibility, and testing.
• Experience with Git and build tools like Webpack/Babel; autonomous in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop user-facing features using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and responsiveness.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to bridge design and implementation.
• Write clean, well-documented code and participate in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot frontend issues to ensure smooth user experience.

Skills

Frontend development

Portfolio

Responsive design

Cross-browser compatibility

Git

Webpack/Babel

Code reviews

Tools

Git

Webpack

Babel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Frontend Web Developer to join their innovative technology team. This position is fully remote, offering the opportunity to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for translating UI/UX design wireframes into actual code, producing the visual elements of the application that users interact with. Your primary focus will be on building responsive, user-friendly, and high-performance web interfaces. You'll collaborate closely with designers and backend developers to deliver seamless user experiences and contribute to the development of cutting-edge web applications that meet both user needs and business objectives in a dynamic, agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop user-facing features using modern frontend technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and responsiveness across various devices.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to bridge the gap between graphical design and technical implementation.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, participating actively in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and debug frontend issues, ensuring a smooth user experience.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Frontend Developer with a strong portfolio of web projects.
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Solid understanding of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Familiarity with build tools (e.g., Webpack, Babel) and testing frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work flexibility, enabling a great work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in emerging technologies.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking team culture.
• Chance to work on challenging and impactful web projects.