Gauteng: Frontend Software Engineer React JS posted by Optim-G Sourcing

As a Frontend Software Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in building and maintaining the next generation of e-commerce solutions. You’ll design, develop, and optimise, scalable software that drives innovation and delivers real value for our users.

Your day-to-day will include:
Software Development & Maintenance: Design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable software solutions that deliver seamless user experiences.
Collaborative Problem-Solving: Work alongside product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver features and products that solve real-world problems.
Code Reviews & Mentorship: Lead by example in writing clean, efficient code. Participate in code reviews to share knowledge and maintain high technical standards.
Continuous Innovation: Stay on top of emerging technologies and best practices to ensure our solutions remain cutting-edge and secure.
End-to-End Ownership: Take full responsibility for your work, ensuring high-quality, timely delivery that drives the business forward.

The ideal candidate is passionate about crafting exceptional user experiences, has solid technical depth, and thrives in a collaborative environment.

We need someone who has:
Education: Degree in a relevant field (BSc Information Technology, BEng Computer Engineering)

Experience:
8+ years of professional frontend development experience.
Proven track record delivering production-grade applications with React and TypeScript.
Close collaboration with UI/UX designers to translate designs into functional, userfriendly interfaces.
Experience in e-commerce, logistics, or fintech is a strong advantage.

Technical Skills:
Advanced knowledge of React JS, including hooks, state management, and component architecture.
Proficiency in TypeScript.
Strong understanding of responsive design, accessibility, and performance optimisation.
Integrating with RESTful APIs.
Familiarity with frontend build tools like Yarn.
Passion for Innovation: A genuine interest in building software that creates exceptional user experiences.
Strong Problem-Solving Skills: You’re not afraid to tackle complex challenges and develop creative solutions.
Collaboration: A team player who thrives in a collaborative, cross-functional environment