Junior Front End Developer

Description Footasylum is a leading UK-based retailer specialising in streetwear and sportswear, committed to delivering innovative and trend-setting products to our customers, with a strong focus on digital transformation and data-driven decision-making. We’re seeking a motivated Junior Front-End Developer to join our team. This entry-level role is perfect for recent graduates, career changers, or self-taught developers passionate about creating high-quality, user-friendly web experiences. You’ll collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and product teams to build responsive and accessible web applications. The Team The UX and Delivery team is a tight-knit, agile group responsible for a wide range of digital touchpoints across the business. We work closely together to support long-term digital delivery plans, CRO strategies, and daily BAU activities. While we collaborate regularly, each team member also works independently with strong communication skills and a shared commitment to design excellence. About You We are looking for someone who embodies the Footasylum values – Community, Collaborate and Challenge. You will be familiar with responsive design and cross-browser compatibility You will have a basic understanding of Git (commits, branching) and familiarity with platforms like GitHub You will have a solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (ES6+) Along with; · Exposure to a modern framework such as React (preferred), Vue, or similar · Awareness of web fundamentals like accessibility and performance · Strong willingness to learn and grow in a collaborative environment · Good problem-solving and communication skills Desirable Skills · Experience with TypeScript · Basic knowledge of APIs (REST) and how front-ends consume data · Exposure to Node.js or full-stack concepts · Familiarity with CSS frameworks or tools (e.g. Tailwind CSS) · Understanding of testing basics (e.g. unit/UI testing) · Core: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+) · Framework: React · Styling: Tailwind CSS / modern CSS (Flexbox, Grid) · Tools: Git, npm/yarn, Vite or similar build tools · Design: Figma · APIs: REST · A/B testing & experimentation tools (e.g. Monetate) Responsibilities · You will build and maintain responsive web interfaces using modern front-end technologies. · You will collaborate with designers and developers to implement new features. · You will translate UI/UX designs (e.g. from Figma) into clean, functional code. · You will learn and apply best practices in performance, accessibility, and SEO. · You will support the team in debugging, testing, and improving existing features. · You will contribute to component libraries and design systems. · You will stay updated on modern front-end tools and trends. Why Footasylum? We are one of the UK’s leading omni channel retailers, but as well as that, we’re a genuinely great place to work. We value you and your development. Our people across the business have taken on new opportunities, whether that’s stepping into a new role, moving into a different department, or building new skills through the support and training we offer. Our goal is to create a fun, supportive environment where your success matters just as much as ours, and where you have the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to achieve your goals. Diversity We recognise and value the importance of diversity to help make sure we have a diverse perspective when we are building services to customers and the wider business. This is great news for us. But for us, diversity is also about, building happy energised teams full of people who want to learn and want to be inspired by each other's different backgrounds and experiences. Recruitment Process We review applications on an individual basis, and if we feel you would be a good fit we’ll invite you for a call or Teams video for an informal chat about the role, and to see if we’re a good fit for you. We value open and honest conversations and collaboration, giving you a chance to learn about what we are doing in an informal and friendly environment. We want to know about you and why you feel that this is the opportunity for you. Please note, this is not a remote role and our expectation is that you will be able to attend Head Office in a hybrid way, in Greater Manchester.