Junior Frontend Engineer at StraitPay

Job summary

StraitPay is seeking a Junior Frontend Engineer (React Native / React) who is early in their career and motivated to grow rapidly. The role requires a strong interest in building clean and user-friendly products, a willingness to learn, and a sense of ownership over assigned tasks.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver fintech solutions.

Company overview

StraitPay is redefining how African businesses conduct cross-border transactions, beginning with Nigerian SMEs. The company is introducing a new product and go-to-market approach shaped by extensive experience, strong regulatory expertise, and insights gathered from thousands of previous users.

StraitPay enables Nigerian businesses to execute fast, transparent, and cost-effective cross-border payments. Its strategic direction is focused and growth-driven, supported by an experienced team and a refined operating model aimed at delivering measurable results.

Job title: Junior Frontend Engineer

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment type: Full-time
Application closing date: Not Specified.

Who we are

StraitPay is built on the belief in Africa’s vast economic potential and is committed to unlocking it. The organization focuses on promoting financial inclusion and economic growth across the continent.

At its core, StraitPay facilitates seamless money transfers from the diaspora, enabling bill payments, airtime purchases, investments, and smooth transactions in local currencies.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deploy user-facing features across mobile platforms (React Native) and web applications (React).

• Translate designs and wireframes into functional and well-structured user interfaces.

• Integrate frontend applications with backend APIs.

• Identify, debug, and resolve issues while improving application performance across devices.

• Contribute to code quality, structure, and adherence to best practices.

• Collaborate with the team to deliver features efficiently and reliably.

• Continuously enhance frontend engineering skills and apply improved development practices.

What success looks like in this role

• Delivering functional features that improve over time.

• Demonstrating strong learning ability through thoughtful questions.

• Applying feedback effectively to enhance performance.

• Taking ownership of smaller product components from development through delivery.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in frontend or mobile development.

• Working knowledge of JavaScript (ES6+).

• Experience with React or React Native.

• Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and responsive design.

• Familiarity with REST APIs and frontend-backend integration.

• Experience using Git for version control.

• Ability to debug issues and apply logical problem-solving skills.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience or exposure to fintech, financial services, payments, or related products.

• Familiarity with TypeScript.

• Understanding of mobile performance optimization.

• Knowledge of state management tools such as Redux, Zustand, or Context API.

• Experience delivering an application (personal, academic, or professional).

Why join straitPay

• Opportunity to work on fintech products used across Africa and the diaspora.

• Exposure to a fast-paced, high-impact team environment.

• Continuous learning through involvement in product and engineering decisions.

• Career growth opportunities as the company expands.

• Competitive salary and long-term value opportunities.

Method of application

Interested and qualified candidates should click the designated link to apply online Below.