Strut Creative is looking for a highly creative, collaborative and organized Intermediate Web Developer with proven programming skills and experience across a wide range of digital platforms. This person is fuelled by a fast-paced and dynamic environment and is skilled at delivering multiple projects simultaneously. The ideal candidate is passionate about their craft, believes strategy is as important as the sizzle, pays exceptional attention to detail, loves solving complex problems and has strong communication skills.
You'll be responsible for:
- Developing a strong working relationship with other Strut team members to ensure best-in-class work, collaborative development and coordination on parallel projects.
- Assisting the development team to deliver robust digital applications suited to the unique goals of our diverse range of clients, including, but not limited to, database/CMS driven websites, mobile applications for iOS/Android/BB, and Windows based touch-screen applications.
We're looking for:
- 5 years experience as an Intermediate Web Developer
- Degree or diploma in a related field of study such as Computer Science or New Media Design and Development
- Outstanding creativity and an amazing portfolio, without an outstanding ego
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex programmatic problems, design and manage large data sets, and client needs, budgets and deadlines
- An in-depth understanding of information architecture and UX/UI design
- Advanced experience with PHP, MySQL and rapid development frameworks
- Advanced experience with HTML(5), CSS(3) and a solid understanding of RWD principles and techniques
- Expert knowledge of AJAX and robust javascript frameworks such as jQuery, Prototype, AngularJS etc.
- Advanced experience working with web services and application integrations including experience with JSON, SOAP, REST
- Experience with a PHP MVC framework such as CodeIgniter or CakePHP
- Advanced experience with Content Management systems such as Wordpress, Red Dot or TeamSite
- Working knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, and other creative suite applications
- Comfortable working in Mac / LAMP environments
- Ability to work independently or with a team and under pressure
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects/tasks of varying complexities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Enviable problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail, time management and organization abilities
- Demonstrated interest in remaining at the forefront of current digital trends
- Willingness to experiment with new ideas and tools
Bonus Points:
- Experience with native mobile application development for one or more of iOS, Android, Blackberry
- Experience with Obj. C, Java, C# languages
- Experience with integrated software development
- Experience with touch-based development processes
- Experience performing systems integration with enterprise platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Google Maps, MailChimp, SalesForce, Sabre, etc.
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
If you believe you are the person we are looking for, please submit your cover letter, résumé and portfolio link to careers@strutcreative.com