Junior Front-end Developer

SUMMARY:
Introduction:
Our client is looking for a Junior Front-end Developer to design and develop modern, user-friendly web applications and customer solutions. The role will combine UX/UI design and front-end development, working closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into high-quality, practical and visually appealing solutions.

Job Purpose:
To lead the design and development of modern web-based user experiences across  products and customer solutions. The role is responsible for defining user journeys, designing intuitive interfaces, developing high-quality front-end applications and establishing user experience standards.

POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum education (essential):

• Diploma in Software Development or Computer Science (or similar)

• 1-2 years

• 1+ years’ experience in front-end application development
• Strong experience with C#, .NET and Blazor
• Experience with MudBlazor or similar component-based UI frameworks
• Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, SCSS and responsive design
• Experience designing modern user interfaces and customer-facing applications
• Experience translating business requirements into wireframes, prototypes and production-ready solutions
• Experience defining user journeys, workflows and application navigation
• Experience consuming REST APIs and integrating with backend services
• Experience working with SQL-backed enterprise applications
• Experience using Git and Azure DevOps
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

• C#
• Blazor / MudBlazor
• HTML5
• CSS3
• React
• js
• TypeScript
• User Experience Design
• User Interface Design
• User Journey Mapping
• Wireframing
• Prototyping
• Design Systems
• Responsive Design
• Accessibility Standards
• REST APIs
• Git
• Azure DevOps
• CI/CD Pipelines 

• Proficient in Afrikaans and English
• Own transport and license
• Python exposure would be advantageous
• Experience with AI application interfaces would be advantageous

• Own the user experience across Dataviue products and customer-facing applications.
• Define and document user journeys, workflows and interaction patterns.
• Produce wireframes, mockups and prototypes before development commences.
• Establish and maintain reusable design standards and component libraries.
• Continuously improve usability, accessibility and visual consistency.
• Drive a modern, professional and commercially credible user experience across all products.

• Develop front-end applications using Blazor / MudBlazor and React.
• Create reusable components and UI frameworks.
• Ensure responsive behaviour across desktop, tablet and mobile devices.
• Integrate front-end applications with APIs and backend services.
• Optimise performance and user experience.

• Engage directly with business stakeholders.
• Facilitate requirements workshops.
• Translate business requirements into user-centred solutions.
• Challenge assumptions and recommend better user experiences where appropriate.
• Present concepts and designs for review and approval.

• Define front-end architecture standards.
• Contribute to application design decisions.
• Maintain UI frameworks and design systems.
• Promote front-end best practices across development teams.

• Conduct front-end code reviews.
• Ensure solutions meet quality, accessibility and usability standards.
• Research emerging UX and front-end technologies.
• Continuously improve product quality and customer experience.