Junior Creative Engineer

Job Title: Junior Creative Engineer Location: Los Angeles, California, US (On-site) Company: Forge, A Tech-Powered Creative Agency About Us: At Helios, we embrace the power of innovation and forward-thinking, understanding that ideas can transcend borders and create a ripple effect globally. We pride ourselves on our ability to turn pragmatic concepts into proven realities, making excellence in execution our standard. In a world where change is the only constant, we thrive on the edge, transforming ambition into tangible success. Our company was founded on a vision of illuminating new possibilities for our clients. From the very beginning, we've been dedicated to guiding businesses to new heights, evolving from a spark of inspiration into a guiding light in the industry. We see growth as an ongoing journey, continually pushing the limits, embracing new challenges, and learning from every experience. Forge is a subdivision of Helios WorldWide, a dynamic, tech-powered creative agency that blends art and technology to create innovative solutions for a pragmatic tomorrow. We specialize in harnessing the power of AI, immersive experiences, and cutting-edge development to drive our clients' success across various industries. Our global collective of creative developers, immersive scientists, and digital alchemists is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Job Overview: The Junior Creative Engineer sits at the intersection of UI/UX implementation, digital visual support, and modern front-end web development. In this role, you will help bring client experiences to life from initial wireframing and layout support in Figma to clean, responsive execution in Webflow, Vue.js, and Nuxt. You will work under the guidance of senior creative engineering staff to construct clean UI components, maintain web design systems, and ensure fast, responsive performance across all digital deliverables. Responsibilities Development & Maintenance: Assist in building and maintaining responsive websites (primarily using Webflow, and Vue/Nuxt platforms), ensuring accurate alignment with brand guidelines and project requirementsDesign Implementation: Translate Figma UI/UX designs, wireframes, and interactive prototypes into high-fidelity, fully functional web pages and componentsCustomization: Help customize themes, templates, and CMS structures to fit specific project needs while adhering to component-based architectureOptimization & QA: Assist with site speed optimization, image compression, cross-browser testing, and mobile responsiveness checks to ensure seamless user experiencesCross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with designers, content strategists, and marketing team members to integrate visual assets, dynamic content, and interactive animationsTechnical Support & Bug Fixing: Help identify, troubleshoot, and resolve routine front-end bugs, broken links, and styling inconsistencies across active buildsIntegrations Support: Assist with configuring and testing standard third-party tools, app integrations, and marketing analytics tagsPerformance Tracking: Support the setup of basic site analytics and track performance metrics to help the team gather actionable project insightsBest Practices & Documentation: Follow internal web standards, maintain clean code documentation, and actively participate in team code reviews to learn and improve development workflows Qualifications 1–2 years of experience in front-end development or web design, or a recent graduate from a relevant programPortfolio showcasing web design, UI components, or digital experiencesBasic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, including responsive design principlesFamiliarity with Figma and an interest in UI/UX implementationBasic knowledge of Webflow, Vue.js, or Nuxt, or eagerness to learnStrong attention to detail, proactive mindset, and willingness to learnAbility to collaborate with a team and incorporate creative feedbackBonus: Familiarity with APIs, design systems, animations, or AI-powered design tools Nice to have Familiarity with PythonKnowledge of animation libraries such as GSAP Recruitment Process: Our recruitment process typically takes no longer than 21 days from the first interview, and all candidates will be notified of the outcome. Helios Worldwide is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. AI and Recruitment Transparency: "To ensure a fair and efficient application process, Helios may utilize automated tools or Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist in the screening and evaluation of candidates. These tools are designed to help our recruiters identify relevant skills and qualifications more effectively. We remain committed to human-led hiring; all final employment decisions are made by our hiring team. 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