JUNIOR FRONT-END DEVELOPER
Closing date: 25 February 2026
Location: On-site, Norwood Jhb / CapeTown
Type: Full-time / Contract
Join Edufern and be part of a mission to transform education in South Africa!
Company Overview:
Edufern is a leading EdTech publisher dedicated to developing innovative, high-quality educational materials for schools and communities in South Africa. Our mission is to tackle the country’s socio-economic challenges by creating solutions to improve the educational system. We envision a society equipped with the skills, attitudes, and values needed to thrive in a global technology-driven world.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Junior Frontend Developer to help build and maintain user-friendly web interfaces. This is a great opportunity for someone starting their development career and looking to grow their frontend skills.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design and develop responsive web interfaces
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Translate design concepts into functional frontend code
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Work with MVC frameworks (e.g., ASP.NET MVC) to structure applications
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Create UI layouts, components, and basic visual assets
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Ensure consistency in branding and design across projects
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Fix UI bugs and improve usability
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Collaborate with backend developers and stakeholders
Minimum Requirements:
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Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
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Experience with a frontend framework (e.g., React, Vue, Angular)
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Exposure to MVC frameworks (e.g., ASP.NET MVC)
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UI/UX design skills
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Experience using design tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop)
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Understanding of responsive and mobile-first design
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Familiarity with Git or version control
Nice to Have:
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Experience creating wireframes and mockups
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Knowledge of CSS frameworks (Tailwind, Bootstrap, etc.)
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Basic understanding of accessibility standards
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Portfolio of design and frontend work