Front End Developer, UI

Roberts Recruiting, LLC; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment firm is seeking a highly-motivated software engineer specializing in frontend development to enhance the visual design and user experience of their website. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in web UI Development and proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript. Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential. This role offers the chance to work in an engaging environment without the startup risks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in web UI Development.
• Proficiency with HTML5, CSS3, jQuery, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience in working with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Work on the engineering team to create new features and updates.
• Build mockups, prototypes, and write production-ready code.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

jQuery

Prototyping

Responsive Design

Adobe Creative Suite

Bootstrap

Freemarker

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Job description

We are looking for a highly-motivated software engineer specializing in frontend development (UI) to continue shaping the visual design and user experience of our website. You will be working on the engineering team in the creation of new features, the ongoing process of updating and unifying the visual design of our site. As a developer, you will be involved in every step of the development cycle: building mockups, prototyping, and writing production-ready code. The UI team within engineering will be focused on creating a great site for our customers nationally and internationally. We are looking for folks that enjoy collaboration, A/B testing and seeing their projects come to life.

Qualifications

• Technical environment: HTML5, CSS3,JavaScript, jQuery, jQuery Mobile, Bootstrap, Freemarker
• A minimum of 2 or more years of experience in web UI Development
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent design tools
• Proficiency with HTML5, CSS3, and jQuery with proven coding and prototyping skills
• Strong web design, layout, typography and iconography skills
• Ability to translate high level concepts into wireframes and prototypes
• Bachelor’s degree in CS or equivalent experience
• Experience in working with cross-functional teams
• Exceptional communication skills, with a dedication to detail and consistency
• Familiarity with source control systems (SVN and Git is a plus)
• Experience with responsive design and email templates
• Experience with Bootstrap and Freemarker
• Experience with mobile design/development (particularly jQuery Mobile/Phonegap)

If you have experience with our development environment (or similar technologies), have a passion for code, and love the startup vibe (without the risk), we'd love to hear from you.