Mobile-First Front-End Engineer | JS/Ruby Web Apps

Roberts Recruiting, LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is seeking experienced web developers in Boston, focusing on dynamic high-volume applications. Candidates should be proficient in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, with Ruby expertise being desirable. Responsibilities include developing full-stack web applications and collaborating with QA teams. Ideal for those passionate about building consumer services and possessing strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Experience in back-end/full stack development with Ruby preferred.
• Familiarity with Unix-based systems and terminal commands.
• Experience developing responsive websites for various devices.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop front-end and back-end web application technology stack.
• Enhance testable, robust web and mobile applications.
• Review code for quality and efficiency.
• Write clear documentation when necessary.
• Collaborate with QA to facilitate testing.

Skills

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

Ruby

UI design

UX

Tools

Ember.js

Ruby/Rails

Node.js

Middleman

Haml

Sass

Compass

Jasmine

RSpec

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop for all aspects of the front-end and back-end web application technology stack.
• Developing and enhancing testable, robust web and mobile web applications.
• Write and review code with an eye for quality, efficiency, and stability.
• Write clear documentation wherever necessary.
• Work with QA to facilitate testing.

Requirements

• Expertise in back-end/full stack development, with Ruby expertise desirable.
• Familiarity with Unix-based systems and terminal commands, esp. MacOS/X, Linux, Ubuntu or Debian.
• Experience developing responsive web pages for mobile, tablet, and desktop.
• Good sense of UI design and UX.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership, while contributing to team well-being.
• Ruby/Rails
• Node.js