Junior Web Developer
Job Description:
Join a team which has unique expertise combining the power of journalism and the law to advance media freedom, foster more inclusive economies, and promote human rights.
The Thomson Reuters Foundation is seeking a Junior Web Developer to join our Product & Technology team. This is an opportunity to build practical experience across modern web development while contributing to digital products that support the Foundation’s global mission.
The role will work closely with our Lead Web Developer and wider ProductTech colleagues, initially focusing primarily on WordPress development for our public-facing websites and content platforms. Over time, there will also be opportunities to work with React/JavaScript applications and other technologies used across TRF’s digital portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the development, maintenance and improvement of TRF’s WordPress websites, including custom Gutenberg themes, templates, blocks and content features.
Work under the guidance of the Lead Web Developer to implement web features, resolve bugs, test changes and contribute to regular releases.
Write clean, maintainable HTML, CSS, JavaScript and PHP, following agreed coding standards and security practices.
Help translate design, product and stakeholder requirements into practical technical solutions.
Support front-end development work using JavaScript and, where appropriate, modern frameworks such as React.
Work with databases and structured content, including SQL-based systems used by WordPress and related platforms.
Use version control tools such as Git to manage code changes, participate in code reviews and collaborate with other developers.
Contribute to testing and quality assurance, including browser/device checks, accessibility considerations and regression testing before release.
Help maintain technical documentation, release notes and implementation notes for the products and systems you work on.
Learn and apply new technologies, frameworks and tools as TRF’s digital products evolve.
Work Mode: Hybrid (2-3 days work from office is mandatory every week).
Shift Timing: 10am IST to 7pm IST.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree is required.
At least 2-4 years of relevant experience.
Good working knowledge of HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
Some experience with PHP and WordPress development, or strong evidence of the ability to learn quickly in this area.
A basic understanding of version control systems, particularly Git.
Familiarity with SQL databases and core web application concepts.
An interest in building accessible, usable and reliable web products for a broad range of audiences.
Strong attention to detail and a willingness to test your work carefully before release.
A collaborative approach, with the ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical colleagues.
A willingness to learn new technology stacks, frameworks and development practices as part of a small, multi-disciplinary team.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with WordPress theme or plugin development, including Gutenberg blocks or Advanced Custom Fields.
Experience with modern front-end frameworks such as React, Angular or Vue.
TypeScript experience.
Experience using GitHub or similar collaborative development platforms.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery workflows.
Experience with testing frameworks or tools such as Jest, Playwright, Cypress, Puppeteer or JUnit.
Awareness of web accessibility standards, responsive design and cross-browser testing.
Experience with REST APIs, third-party integrations or data-driven websites.
A computer science or related degree, coding bootcamp qualification, or equivalent practical experience.
What’s in it For You?
Global Perspective and Impact: Interested in working for a dynamic global organization with a focus on social impact? With hubs all over the world from Bangkok to Madrid to Rio de Janeiro, join a truly international team with a shared goal of helping to build societies around the world that are free, fair, and informed.
Unique Approach: Our expertise in media and the law is world class. We combine the power of both to address the critical issues faced by humanity.
Our Relevance: With a focus on advancing media freedom, fostering more inclusive economies and promoting human rights, our work has never been more needed than right now.
Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits.
Learning & Development: We are dedicated to the continual professional development of our employees and offer access to both in-house and external training opportunities.
About Thomson Reuters Foundation
The Thomson Reuters Foundation is the corporate foundation of Thomson Reuters, the global news and information services company. As an independent charity, registered in the UK and USA, we leverage our media, legal and data driven expertise to strengthen independent journalism, enable access to the law and promote responsible business. Through news, media development, free legal assistance and data intelligence, we aim to build free, fair and informed societies.
About Thomson Reuters
Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions, and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice, truth, and transparency. Reuters, part of Thomson Reuters, is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news.
We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments. At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness, and transparency are under attack, we consider it our duty to pursue them. Sound exciting? Join us and help shape the industries that move society forward.
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