Front-End Web Developer

SUMMARY:
As a Front-End Web Developer, you''ll be the bridge between beautiful design and seamless functionality.

POSITION INFO:

Front-End Web Developer
Bring Stunning Interfaces to Life in a Fast-Paced Creative Agency
Illovo, Sandton Office-Based | R18,000 - R25,000 p/m (DOE) 

About Our Client
This is a dynamic digital media agency known for crafting clean, high-performance websites and digital experiences for forward-thinking brands. Based in Illovo, they blend design, tech, and content to create compelling web journeys. You''ll join a collaborative, fast-paced team that values sharp UI/UX, modern stacks, and getting things done right.

The Role: Front-End Web Developer
As a Front-End Web Developer, you''ll be the bridge between beautiful design and seamless functionality. From building custom WordPress themes with ACF to fine-tuning performance and accessibility, you''ll be hands-on with every pixel and interaction. This is an office-based role ideal for someone who thrives in a creative, collaborative environment and can own their corner of a build from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• 1-2+ years of hands-on front-end development experience

• Build responsive, accessible, and fast websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

• Develop and maintain custom WordPress themes (incl. child themes) and ACF-based structures

• Translate mockups into production-ready code with precision and performance in mind

• Optimise for SEO, accessibility, speed, and cross-device compatibility

• Debug and resolve issues across browsers and screen sizes

• Collaborate with designers, project managers, and content teams

• Stay on top of trends in UI/UX, frameworks, and tools

About You

• 1-2+ years experience in front-end development (agency or in-house)

• Proficient in HTML, CSS, JS, and a JS framework (React, Vue, or Angular)

• Comfortable with WordPress, ACF, and building custom themes

• Familiar with PHP, Python, or Node.js (basic back-end understanding)

• Strong understanding of responsive design and UI/UX principles

• Experience using Git and team-based workflows

• Detail-oriented, self-driven, and thrives in fast-paced environments

• Clear communicator and team player

• Familiarity with Notion or Monday.com

• Bonus: Experience with Figma/Adobe XD, Photoshop, hosting setup, SSR, APIs, or cloud tools (AWS/GCP)