Desarrollador Web Junior at Balfour in Merida, Yucatán, MX

Position Summary:

The Junior Web Developer will support the design and development of web-based applications and interfaces, collaborating closely with senior engineers, designers, and product managers to deliver clean, performant, and user-friendly experiences. Will be responsible on building a strong technical foundation in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Write clean, well-documented HTML, CSS, .NET and JavaScript code for web pages and applications.
• Assist in developing and maintaining front-end components and UI features using modern frameworks (React, Vue, or similar).
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate APIs and dynamic data into web interfaces.
• Debug, test, and troubleshoot issues across browsers and devices to ensure cross-platform compatibility.
• Participate in code reviews, learning from and contributing feedback to team members.
• Translate design mockups and wireframes (Figma/Adobe XD) into pixel-accurate interfaces.
• Optimize web pages for performance, accessibility (WCAG), and SEO best practices.
• Support the maintenance and continuous improvement of existing web properties.
• Contribute to sprint planning, stand-ups, and agile development cycles.

 

Position Requirements:

Education & Experience

• Degree or certification in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of professional or project-based experience in front end development.
• Proficiency in English language.

Technical Skills

• Solid command of HTML5, CSS3, .NET, vanilla JavaScript (ES6+) and SQL.
• Familiarity with at least one JavaScript framework: React, Vue.js, or Angular.
• Basic understanding of version control with Git / GitHub.
• Knowledge of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
• Ability to develop, read and consume REST APIs (fetch, Axios).
• Familiarity with npm/yarn package management and basic command-line usage.

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to writing maintainable, well-documented code.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in a team environment.
• Eagerness to learn, get feedback, and grow in a collaborative setting.

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Exposure to Node.js / Express for back-end development.
• Experience/Knowledge on Payment Gateway Processors.
• Relational Database Management solid knowledge.
• Experience with CSS preprocessors (Sass/Less) or utility frameworks such as Tailwind CSS.
• Familiarity with CMS platforms such as WordPress, Webflow, or Contentful.
• Portfolio of personal projects, open-source contributions, or freelance work.