South Africa: Senior Front-End Engineer (React) posted by Ditto Hire

January 14, 2026 Jobs in South Africa

Ditto Hire

South Africa

Other IT/Computer

Job Description

About the Role

Ditto is building the next generation of recruitment and professional platforms, used by millions each month. We help staffing firms and hiring teams find, manage, and place top candidates with smart, beautiful software. Now, we’re on a mission to launch something new. Big. Stealthy. And you’re invited.

Key Responsibilities

Build and refine modern, responsive UIs that people actually enjoy using
Work closely with our UX/UI and product teams to create smooth, fast, intuitive experiences
Help shape the direction of our front-end stack and overall product architecture
Be hands-on with REST APIs, component libraries, and full-stack flow
Advocate for quality, performance, and reusability in everything you ship
Write clean, well-documented code that can scale with a fast-growing product

Requirements

React (obviously)
Next.js
RESTful APIs and JSON
Node.js + NPM
HTML, CSS, JavaScript (solid SPA experience)
Git (merge conflicts don’t scare you)
Experience building real-world productized software

Bonus Points

Figma / design systems
Cursor
Webpack
Terminal / Bash scripting
Caching & performance tuning
OOP principles and full-stack awareness
Documentation that doesn’t suck

Why Join Ditto?

You’ll be early. As in ground-floor. We’re launching a major stealth product – millions of users on day one.
You’ll have a voice. No layers of managers. Just builders.
You’ll move fast. But not carelessly. We ship, we test, we learn.
You’ll work on stuff that matters. We’re reimagining how people present themselves online, connect with others, and build professional identity in a noisy digital world.
You’ll be part of something fun. We build cool shit, not corporate fluff.

Salary & Benefits

No salary information is mentioned in the original job description.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in joining our team, please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you’d be a great fit for this role.

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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in South Africa

In South Africa, the IT and computer industry is a significant contributor to the country’s economy, with a diverse range of job opportunities available across various sectors. Typically, these roles involve working with technology to drive business growth, improve efficiency, and enhance customer experience. Generally, careers in this field require a strong understanding of technical concepts and a willingness to adapt to changing technologies.

When it comes to salary expectations, it’s common for IT and computer professionals in South Africa to earn broad ranges that can vary significantly depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Typically, entry-level positions may offer salaries between R400 000 and R600 000 per annum, while more senior roles can command higher figures, often ranging from R800 000 to R2 million or more, depending on the specific requirements of the job.

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Career development opportunities for IT and computer professionals in South Africa are diverse and varied. Typically, entry-level roles provide a solid foundation for progression into mid-tier positions, where professionals can take on more senior responsibilities and develop their technical expertise. With experience, it’s common to move into leadership roles or transition into related fields like data science, artificial intelligence, or cybersecurity. Many companies also offer opportunities for training, certification, and continuing education to support the ongoing development of their employees’ skills and knowledge.

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