Web 2.0 Programmer - Boston, MA
Deadline Date: Open until the position is filled.
Description:
JSI is seeking a bright, highly motivated, detail oriented individual with strong teamwork, communication, and time-management skills for an opening as a Web 2.0 Programmer. The Web 2.0 Programmer position will support the web development efforts of two international organizations, JSI and World Education and reports to the Director of Web Services. S/he will provide support to JSI/WEI staff in a variety of tasks related to web development. The candidate must be a quick learner, and a customer-focused self-starter who is able to work independently and work well in a team environment. This position calls for someone who is able to work on multiple projects concurrently for internal and external clients while meeting project deadlines.
JSI is seeking a bright, highly motivated, detail oriented individual with strong teamwork, communication, and time-management skills for an opening as a Web 2.0 Programmer. The Web 2.0 Programmer position will support the web development efforts of two international organizations, JSI and World Education and reports to the Director of Web Services. S/he will provide support to JSI/WEI staff in a variety of tasks related to web development. The candidate must be a quick learner, and a customer-focused self-starter who is able to work independently and work well in a team environment. This position calls for someone who is able to work on multiple projects concurrently for internal and external clients while meeting project deadlines.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, develop and test internal and external web sites and applications
- Maintain development and production instances of Word Press including security patches and plugin updates
- Apply knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve service to our clients
- Learn new skills to enhance productivity and deliver new products to meet customer requirements
- Contribute to the development of internal tools and collaborate on process enhancements to increase the effectiveness of our Web Development team
- Develop code that adheres to W3C web specifications
- Perform ongoing troubleshooting, and implementing enhancements for internal and external web sites and applications
QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years experience in web applications development
- Strong experience in developing server side scripting with PHP
- Experience in developing sites with Web 2.0 technologies – e.g. WordPress, Joomla!, Drupal
- Experience with installing, integrating and customizing plugins
- Strong HTML, JavaScript, CSS, including optimizing and writing cross-browser compatible code
- Knowledge of at least one other structured programming language - knowledge of Cold Fusion a plus
- Basic knowledge of XML/XSL
- Detail oriented in both front end design and back end code
- Ability to work harmoniously with a variety of co-workers in a team environment
- Excellent written communication skills
- Very good analytical skills
- Knowledge of MySQL - ORACLE a plus
- Knowledge of Section 508 and accessibility issues a plus
- Experience developing sites with responsive design a plus
- Knowledge of Mobile/WAP site development a plus
Salary commensurate with experience.
Interested candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters online.
http://www.jsi.com/JSIInternet/Work/jobdescription.cfm?id=59626&intern=0
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