Front-End Developer

Minority Africa is searching for a Front-End Developer to join our team.

As our Front-End Developer, you will work in our software development team on the Advance project implementation funded by Google. You will be working closely with multiple departments through this project under the supervision of the Executive Engineer.

This position is Full-time for 6 months subject to renewal based on performance and further work requirements. It is a proactive position and you would be working remotely.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement application FrontEnd from FIGMA design
• Interpret API specifications from the backend team API documentation
• Implement responsiveness according to the device used to access the platform
• Write unit tests,
• Implement a test-driven development methodology

REQUIREMENTS

• Understand REst APIs
• Knowledge on React
• Familiarity with Object Oriented React and the Lifecycle of a React Component
• Knowledge on Typescript
• Knowledge of Chakra UI
• Taiwind CSS is a plus
• Knowledge of data structures and algorithms
• Knowledge on version control and using Github e.g creating a pull request
• Knowledge of React Routing
• Knowledge of mocking API calls.

Remuneration

Salary: $450 /month

Who We Are

Minority Africa is a digital publication using data-driven multimedia journalism to tell minority stories from across Africa. We work with teams in Nigeria, Uganda, Kenya, and the United Kingdom. See our About Page for more details.

Application

The application process comprises three stages. The first stage is an evaluation of your credentials for the position you are applying for. The second stage is an assessment which is used to determine your suitability and skills for the role. The third stage is an interview which consists of two parts: technical and personality.

To apply, please use the form on this page and below this listing. Applications should be sent no later than the 23rd of November. Please direct all inquiries regarding this listing to our Executive Engineer, Mbedzi Olebogeng: mbedzi.olebogeng@minorityafrica.org.