Lead Front End Developer

Lead Front End Developer

We are seeking a talented Lead Front End Developer to take ownership of the front-end development and HTML/CSS development for our corporate web site. The right candidate would understand the importance of creating responsive grid systems along with using clean code that will make websites function properly no matter what platform they are being viewed on. The front-end work they do with Java Script, CSS3, HTML5, jQuery, ReactJS and NodeJS is for a Java-based web application viewed by millions of people each month. The candidate in this role will play a vital Web Applications Development role where he/she will take the designs (PSDs) created by UI designers and converting them to functional HTML/CSS/JS to be used by the backend Java developers. This candidate will also be responsible for creative design such as banner creation and email marketing template creation.

Qualification: 5+ years of front-end design/development for the web, ready to lead small UI team also interact the business. Use Responsive Web Design (RWD) techniques in web development: review mocks, bring them to life on desktop and connected devices. Experience building multi-platform web sites using Responsive Web Design/ RWD (media queries, progressive enhancement, feature detection and etc.) Develop interactive components using JavaScript and jQuery, integrate with internal tools, frameworks and services as well as external APIs Collaborate with back-end developers, editors, and external agencies Translate UI designs into well organized and structured HTML5/CSS3 compatible with modern browsers, and use open source tools & frameworks to improve the structure and maintainability of the front-end code where possible Design user interfaces with a modern and clean aesthetic which focus on delivering intuitive & enjoyable user experiences Create wireframes to illustrate high-level solutions to an application and feature requests Intricate knowledge and experience with responsive design and its implementation nuances will be essential in this role BS/BA or higher in Computer Science, Graphic Design, Interactive Design and/or equivalent experience is required Proficient understanding of web markup, including HTML5, CSS3 Candidate MUST have strong experience with ReactJS and Redux. (Required) Strong experience with NodeJS is good to have Understanding of server-side CSS pre-processing platforms, such as LESS and SASS Proficient understanding of git Good understanding of SEO principles and ensuring that application will adhere to them Goal oriented and self-motivated Knowledge of Adobe Experience Manager a major plus Candidate must have the ability to work independently or within a team environment.