Senior React Rockstar

Recruiter

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref

CTI006798/TF

Date posted

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Location

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY

Our client is a fast-growing, technology-driven business on a mission to build digital experiences that truly hit all the right notes. They're looking for a Senior React Rockstar to step into the spotlight and take centre stage in shaping their frontend architecture and development strategy. As the lead guitarist of all things React, you'll own system architecture, write clean and scalable code, drive engineering excellence, and collaborate with a talented band of developers to deliver chart-topping products. Following established methodologies and company objectives, you'll mentor fellow team members, solve complex technical challenges, and ensure every release is worthy of a sold-out encore. If you're passionate about modern web technologies, love turning great ideas into hit products, and are ready to rock the React stage, this could be your next headline act.

POSITION INFO

Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with Product Managers, stakeholders, and development teams to design and build modern React applications that replace legacy systems and deliver exceptional user experiences Develop scalable, flexible, and future-ready frontend solutions that adapt to evolving business needs and emerging technologies Serve as the team's React specialist and trusted technical advisor for frontend architecture, best practices, and domain expertise Write clean, maintainable, and high-quality code while adhering to Object-Oriented Programming principles, design patterns, and SOLID and DRY methodologies Take full ownership of features and projects, ensuring delivery meets business, compliance, and quality requirements Champion software quality through thorough testing, automated testing, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical challenges and critical production issues with confidence and urgency Identify opportunities to improve performance, reduce technical debt, and strengthen the stability and scalability of existing applications Job Experience and Skills Required: A Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, every rockstar needs a solid foundation before headlining At least 4 years of React and TypeScript experience, building slick, modern frontend applications that play nicely with RESTful APIs Strong knowledge of React development and modern web technologies, with the ability to turn great ideas into chart-topping user experiences Experience with Material UI, CSS Grid, and Tailwind CSS to ensure every interface looks as good as it performs Solid .NET C# experience building RESTful APIs that keep the backstage operations running smoothly Strong MS SQL skills, including query writing, stored procedures, jobs, and database administration because every great performance needs a reliable rhythm section Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks is a bonus worthy of an encore The ability to write unit and integration tests that catch issues before they crash the concert A strong understanding of SOLID design principles and a passion for writing clean, scalable code that stands the test of time Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical challenges when the amps start humming. A collaborative mindset with the confidence to work alongside developers, product teams, and stakeholders to create hit products A passion for continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering software performances that leave users wanting more Apply now! For more exciting IT vacancies, please visit: />I also specialize in recruiting in the following: Fullstack Developers Business Analysts, Data Engineers, and IT Support. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions. Connect with me on LinkedIn!