Front End Web Developer
Front End Web Developer
Job ID: Job-2844
location: Chevy Chase, MD
Jobtype: Contract
Rate: up to $60 - $65 p/h
Description:
We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated Front End Engineer to join a development team. In this capacity, you will write standards-compliant HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to build world-class web applications and work directly with designers, product managers, and other engineers to create rich, interactive user experiences. The ideal candidate is passionate and knowledgeable about client-side web technologies; enjoys working in a highly collaborative environment; has a thorough understanding of object-oriented concepts; and stays informed about best practices and emerging web technologies.
Responsibilities:
• Work closely with the product development teams (designers, product/project managers, developers and business sponsors) to develop functional solutions that match business requirements and designs.
• Utilize JavaScript, CSS and HTML to develop best-in-class interactive experiences that are engaging, production ready and cross-browser/device compatible; leveraging data from restful web-services and other sources.
• Ensure efficiency of page load speed, page weight, and code simplicity
• Effectively design pages to maximize search engine readability and search results placement
• Provide accurate technical estimates for development timeframes
• Research code design patterns, UI techniques and emerging web/mobile technologies
• Troubleshoot cross-browser/device compatibility issues
EXPERIENCE
• 5+ years of experience in general web application development, with 3+ years with JavaScript, CSS and HTML development
• Excellent knowledge of jQuery
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Demonstrated ability to create well documented code and documentation for team members and stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to develop using a high-disciplined and structured approach ensuring long-term maintainability and re-usability
• Experience collaborating with designers and back-end engineers
• Experience working in an agile-like environment
• Solid understanding of web/usability/accessibility standards
• Experience integrating front-end code with Java or similar platforms
• Experience working with version control (GIT preferred)
PLEASE QUOTE YOUR BEST RATE
Email resume in Word to JeffAltman@TheBigGameHunter.us. Please include the job code for the position with your resume.
NOTE: WE WILL ONLY RESPOND IF YOUR RESUME APPEARS TO FIT A ROLE
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