Lead Frontend Developer - UI/UX
Placements24 · Klerksdorp, South Africa ·
- Work mode
- Remote
- Seniority
- Lead
- Category
- Frontend
- Experience
- 2+ years
Lead a frontend team building responsive, pixel-perfect interfaces for a client's digital products: set technical direction, enforce coding standards, and mentor developers. Core stack is HTML5, CSS3, modern JavaScript (ES6+) with a major framework like React, Angular, or Vue.js, in a fully remote role.
About the Role
Our client is seeking an accomplished Lead Frontend Developer to spearhead their user interface development initiatives. This position is pivotal in crafting intuitive, engaging, and responsive user experiences for their digital products. As a leader, you will guide a talented team of frontend developers, set technical direction, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, pixel-perfect interfaces. This fully remote role offers a unique opportunity to shape the visual and interactive aspects of our client's offerings from anywhere, fostering a collaborative and innovative remote work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of complex, scalable, and performant user interfaces using modern frontend technologies.
- Mentor and guide a team of frontend developers, fostering their technical growth and ensuring code quality.
- Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers, product managers, and backend engineers to translate design concepts into functional, visually appealing interfaces.
- Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development processes for the frontend team.
- Oversee the implementation of responsive design principles and ensure cross-browser compatibility.
- Drive innovation in frontend development, exploring new technologies and methodologies.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 5+ years of professional experience in frontend development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
- Expertise in HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
- In-depth knowledge of at least one major frontend framework such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
- Proven experience with state management libraries, build tools, and frontend testing frameworks.
- Strong understanding of UI/UX principles and best practices for creating exceptional user experiences.
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary and potential for performance-based equity.
- Fully remote work structure, offering exceptional work-life balance.
- Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.
- Significant budget for professional development, including conferences and training.
- A culture that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.