Front-End Software Developer II (React.js) – 6-Month Contract

• Our client, a leading bank based in Sandton, is looking for an experienced Front-End Software Developer II to join their technology team on a 6-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate front-end developer with strong React.js expertise to build modern, scalable, and high-performing web applications within a fast-paced Agile environment.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise-grade front-end solutions while collaborating closely with Business, Development, and Operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain modern front-end applications using React.js and related technologies.
• Develop critical and complex technical components within your area of responsibility.
• Deliver robust, fault-tolerant, maintainable, and reusable system component designs.
• Build highly scalable and observable software solutions.
• Estimate development effort and contribute to sprint planning.
• Troubleshoot software issues and provide technical guidance to team members.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation in line with organisational standards.
• Continuously improve software quality, performance, and maintainability.
• Provide maintenance and production support for applications within your area of accountability.
• Develop unit and system test cases and perform comprehensive testing.
• Create and manage deployment artefacts within source control.
• Manage deployment packages and support application releases.
• Collaborate with Business, Development, and Operations teams to optimise development and deployment processes.
• Maintain technical documentation and update the asset knowledge base.
• Ensure seamless integration of your work with other developers and cross-functional teams.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of software development/programming experience.
• Strong experience developing applications using React.js.
• Experience with modern React frameworks such as:
• Next.js
• React Router
• Experience with front-end state management libraries such as:
• Redux
• Zustand
• NGXS
• Strong knowledge of:
• HTML5
• CSS3
• SASS/SCSS
• Tailwind CSS (or similar styling frameworks)
• Experience with Git/source control.
• Understanding of software testing principles and unit testing.
• Experience working within Agile software development environments.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience developing applications using Angular (particularly for supporting legacy applications).
• Experience working in enterprise or banking environments.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

Key Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent front-end architecture and design capabilities.
• Ability to develop scalable, reusable, and maintainable code.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to mentor and support fellow developers.
• Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced Agile environment.