Front-End Developer

Front-End Developer

Responsibilities:

• Converts approved Photoshop proofs into W3C-validated markup.


• Ensures each build functions correctly on mobile, tablet, and desktop devices.


• Works efficiently to meet or exceed development metrics for time and quality assurance.


• Understands core concepts of web development quality assurance, including broken links, 301 redirects, accessibility issues, load speed and overall page size, and deferred loading of JavaScript.

• Provides occasional assistance to Web Designers to ensure features in the design phase can be produced during development.


• Makes on-the-fly design changes using Photoshop as necessary.


• Designs and codes animations and transitions to website elements to bring design proofs to life.


• Works with Web Producers and Member Services to implement client revisions to previously built websites.


• Participates in team meetings and contributes ideas and solutions.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years experience developing websites in CSS, HTML, and JavaScript.


• Must have an online portfolio of past work, demonstrating skills in both design and development.


• Highly skilled and knowledgeable in latest standards of responsive design.


• Highly skilled in CSS3 and HTML5, with a working knowledge of PHP, JavaScript, and jQuery.


• Capable of designing and coding innovative hover states and animations.


• Must be proficient with Photoshop.


• Knowledge of basic SEO standards.


• Must be able to troubleshoot and fix issues surrounding browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and IE8+) and OS compatibility.


• Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects and deliver on-time, based on project metrics.


• Capable of using an FTP program to transfer and back up files.


• Excellent written and verbal skills, with proven experience working efficiently and collaboratively in a team environment.