Junior Web Developer Consultant (Fixed Term role) at BURN

About the role


This is a consulting role where you'll work closely with our creative, software, corporate communications and carbon teams to maintain and enhance BURN's corporate website and other digital platforms. You'll handle both front-end and back-end development tasks, support integrations, optimize performance, and help ensure our website stays fast, secure, and user-friendly.
We're looking for someone who can bring technical expertise, creativity, and a collaborative attitude to the team. The role is on-site three days per week, with the rest flexible for remote work.


Duties and Responsibilities


Front-End Development

Build and maintain responsive, user-friendly web interfaces using React/Next.js.
Turn design wireframes and mock-ups into functional web components.
Ensure a consistent look and feel across the site and other digital platforms.
Optimize front-end performance and loading speed across devices and browsers.


Back-End Development

Develop server-side functionality and APIs to power dynamic website features.
Work with databases to manage data efficiently and securely.
Support server-side rendering and handle back-end tasks like form processing and authentication.
Ensure best practices for security, scalability, and data integrity.


Digital Platform Support

Integrate third-party services such as Google Tag Manager, analytics tools, and other marketing platforms.
Assist in implementing tracking, reporting, and performance monitoring tools.
Help maintain web-based platforms or tools used by our teams and partners.


Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with designers, marketers, and product managers to turn ideas into functional features.
Contribute to discussions about digital storytelling, website updates, and platform improvements.
Maintain organized code repositories, documentation, and asset libraries.
Support external developers or agencies when needed.




Skills and Experience


1 - 3 years of experience in web development (full stack preferred).
Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3.
Experience with React and Next.js.
Familiarity with Node.js or another server-side environment.
Experience with REST APIs and integrating third-party services.
Knowledge of responsive and mobile-first web design.
Comfortable with Git or other version control systems.
Experience deploying apps with Vercel.
Familiarity with headless CMS or modern content platforms.
Knowledge of SEO and web performance optimization.
Some exposure to UI/UX tools like Figma or Adobe Creative Suite.
Problem-solver with attention to detail.
Collaborative and communicative — you can work well with cross-functional teams.
Eager to learn and take initiative.
Passionate about using tech to support social impact and climate solutions.