UI Frontend Developer

About

Work full time on site in Pretoria's far east and become part of a team that builds cutting‑edge software products used by international customers across the globe.

Requirements

• BSc degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• 3+ years of demonstrated frontend development experience using modern frameworks such as Angular, RxJS, React.js and TypeScript
• Experience with technologies such as D3 and Mapbox will be beneficial
• Fluent with JavaScript

Role

Development and Design

• Day‑to‑day web front‑end development
• Develop user interfaces that integrate with our product ecosystems in a distributed environment that includes online portals, web applications and web services
• Build storyboards to conceptualize designs
• Seek to enhance the user experience through intuitive interfaces
• Use coding to develop the aesthetics in accordance with the company brand
• Collaborate with back‑end developers and programmers

Testing and Support

• Conduct testing of completed applications, websites, and software to assess user experience
• Produce professional written and interpersonal communications
• Create user documentation and training material

Technologies

• JavaScript, TypeScript
• Angular and/or React.js
• HTML, CSS
• SCSS or SASS (beneficial)
• RESTful Web Services, message queues

Desired Traits

• Excited about technology
• Love building software
• Love building beautiful and intuitive front‑ends
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment
• Analytical, critical thinker, creative problem solver
• Able to clearly express ideas, concepts, and opinions
• Able to break down complex problems into smaller parts and translate them into actionable tasks

Compensation

The proposed salary for the role is R30k – R60k per month; the final offer will depend on experience and skills.