Job Description

We are looking for a Front-End Web Developer who is motivated to combine the art of design with the art of programming with keen attention to detail. Responsibilities will include translation of the UI/UX design wireframes to actual code that will produce visual elements of the application. You will work in the Engineering team to ensure all elements of web creation are consistent. This requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Develop new user-facing features
Maintaining brand consistency throughout the design
Build reusable code and libraries for future use
Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs
Optimize application for maximum speed and scalability
Ensuring web design is optimized for mobile compatibility
Assure that all user input is validated before submitting to back-end
Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders

Skills and Qualifications

Proficient understanding of web markup, including HTML, CSS
Ability to understand CSS changes and their ramifications to ensure consistent style across platforms and browsers
Basic understanding of server-side CSS pre-processing platforms, such as LESS and SASS
Experience in WordPress platform
Proficient understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks, including jQuery
Good understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX
Understanding of advanced JavaScript libraries and frameworks, such as AngularJS, KnockoutJS, BackboneJS, ReactJS, DurandalJS is a plus
Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git
Experience in Magento, Shopify, and Joomla is a plus
Understanding of SEO principles
Excellent verbal communication skills