Lead Front-End Developer

Build technology that actually matters.

Are you the kind of developer who opens a React codebase and thinks, "Nice, let's make this better" instead of "Burn it down and start again"?

Do you enjoy solving real-world problems, leading talented developers, and turning complex data into intuitive user experiences?

If so, keep reading.

What you'll be working with

Our application is already up and running, and we're looking for someone who can confidently take the wheel and help drive it forward.

Our stack includes:

• React
• Next.js
• TypeScript
• Tailwind CSS
• Docker-backed services
• API orchestration layers
• Healthcare data powered by FHIR-derived JSON

What you'll do

• Lead front-end development and help shape technical direction
• Build elegant, scalable features using React and Next.js
• Turn complex healthcare data into beautiful, usable interfaces
• Mentor developers and share your knowledge
• Collaborate with designers, product teams, and backend engineers
• Debug the weird stuff that nobody else wants to touch
• Make thoughtful decisions about architecture, performance, and maintainability

You're probably a great fit if you

• Know React and TypeScript like  friends
• Have strong experience building production applications with Next.js
• Can untangle complicated API responses without breaking a sweat
• Care about clean code and reusable component design
• Understand responsive design beyond "looks okay on my laptop"
• Can explain technical trade-offs without speaking in riddles
• Know your way around Git and Docker
• Aren't afraid of existing codebases

Reference number for this position is GZ61331 which is a contract position based in Johannesburg offering a cost to company salary of R1.3m per annum negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Garth on az.oc.egrem-e@zhtrag or call him on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.

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Posted on 04 Jun 11:33, Closing date 3 Aug