React Front end Engineer

SUMMARY:

We are looking for a Junior React Front-End Engineer who has a passion for crafting intuitive and user-friendly web applications. You will work alongside talented designers, product managers, and engineers to bring ideas to life. As part of our front-end team, you will contribute to building performant, scalable, and visually stunning applications that delight our customers.

POSITION INFO:
Job Title: Junior React Front-End Engineer
Location: Hybrid - Sandton - Johannesburg
Department: Technology
Reports To: VP Engineering
Salary: 25K + Benefits

About Rentoza

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain user-facing features using React.js and modern front-end technologies.
• Implement responsive, accessible, and mobile-first designs in collaboration with the UI/UX team.
• Build reusable components and front-end libraries for future use.
• Integrate front-end components with RESTful APIs or GraphQL services.
• Debug, test, and optimize code for maximum speed, scalability, and performance.
• Participate in agile processes, including sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives.
• Stay informed about the latest trends in front-end development and propose innovative solutions.

Requirements

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• Strong experience with React.js and its core principles (e.g., hooks, component lifecycle).
• Familiarity with state management tools such as Redux, Context API, or Zustand.
• Basic knowledge of TypeScript or a willingness to learn it.
• Experience integrating with RESTful APIs or GraphQL.
• Familiarity with front-end build tools (e.g., Webpack, Vite, or Parcel).
• Understanding of responsive design and mobile-first development principles.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• A proactive and growth-oriented mindset, with a desire to learn and adapt.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1+ years of experience building front-end applications (professional or personal projects).
• A portfolio or GitHub repository demonstrating previous work is highly desirable.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive culture that encourages growth and innovation.
• Opportunities for mentorship and career development.
• Exciting projects that push the boundaries of technology in the subscription economy.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexible work arrangements [if applicable].