Developer Front End Job Description

Developer Front End Job Description

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Developer front end provides feedback and coordinate peer reviews for front end features implemented (Javascript, JQuery, HAML, and SASS).

Developer Front End Duties & Responsibilities

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Sample responsibilities for this position include:

Create websites/web applications leveraging Photoshop, HTML, CSS and javascript
Creating cascading style sheets (CSS) that are consistent across all browsers and platforms
Working with our designers and other developers to implement and maintain the HTML, CSS, and JS front end
Provides technical guidance during product planning and development
Works with various teams on developing site / page architecture that meet the project requirements and objectives
Researches and develops tools to aid in web design
Understands interaction design and usability
Keeps up to date with current and emerging relevant trends in online medium and web design
Develop framework to evaluate performance of new and existing features, and 3rdparty libraries
Develop engaging applications under a responsive design/single page app platform

Developer Front End Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Licensing or Certifications for Developer Front End

List any licenses or certifications required by the position: UI, SAP, SSL, HTTP, LOMA, AWS, DOD, CFA, ITIL, SFCC

Education for Developer Front End

Typically a job would require a certain level of education.

Employers hiring for the developer front end job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Education, Technical, Software Engineering, Design, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Technology

Skills for Developer Front End

Desired skills for developer front end include:

JavaScript
HTML5
CSS
JQuery
React
Angular
Node JS
AngularJS

Desired experience for developer front end includes:

Strong competency in responsive, mobile-first layouts leveraging CSS preprocessors (LESS or SASS) and media queries
Excellent working knowledge of cross platform/browser compatibility (IE, Firefox, Safari, Chrome) for dynamic web applications
Experience integrating HTML-based content with Content Management Systems and mobile application development a plus
2 – 5 years of web design and development experience
Work with designers and product owners at multiple levels of the product development lifecycle
Drive implementation strategy for high-performance, scalable web applications

Developer Front End Examples

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Developer Front End Job Description

Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a developer front end. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for developer front end
  • Demonstrate expertise in HTML5, CSS3, CSS preprocessors and Javascript (incl
  • Implementing designs via HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript
  • Mentor and review junior developer work for CSS best practices and Visual consistency
  • Implement designs in HTML5 for multiple devices
  • Rapidly evolve concepts into designs and prototypes
  • Work closely with the Ops team to QA builds prior to release
  • Hand code all marketing and trigger based emails and responsive HTML templates, sometimes from scratch
  • Work with creative and marketing teams to develop pixel perfect, persuasive email design
  • Ensure all email code works, including renderings and links and is optimized to ensure high deliverability
  • Ensure all projects are delivered on time, every time
Qualifications for developer front end
  • Familiarity with web front-end development in HTML, CSS and JavaScript (ExtJS)
  • Understanding of related disciplines as they pertain to UX and design (consumer research, technology, project management)
  • Knowledge of capabilities/limitations of current web technologies such as HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Flash
  • Demonstrated fluency with wireframing and prototyping tools such as Visio/OmniGraffle/InDesign
  • Best-practices regarding all aspects of UI development including design, semantic HTML mark-up, CSS, JavaScript and related technologies
  • Standards compliant HTML5, XHTML, CSS2 and CSS3
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Developer Front End Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for a developer front end. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for developer front end
  • Development of dynamic and engaging web functionality and eCommerce using JavaScript and scripting languages
  • Turn Photoshop files into animated, responsive web pages using HTML5, CSS3, or Web-based animation tools
  • Improvising solutions to complex technical problems
  • Maintaining thorough knowledge of industry standards and important statistics
  • Serve as one of the liaisons between Engineering & Design
  • Work closely with visual / interaction designers, project managers, testers and engineers to ensure the delivery of the design to production
  • Create, Update or Prototype new visual concepts consistent with the existing design
  • Document new design patterns, components, maintain existing documentation
  • Commenting on Mockups to provide detailed information on implementation for Devs
  • Creating digital tools to help the team internally and externally
Qualifications for developer front end
  • Experience/familiarity with Javascript frameworks such as JQuery, JQueryUI, Backbone JS, Angular JS etc
  • Ability to author clean, standards-compliant code
  • Ability to work independently, with experience building software in a team environment $
  • Proficient with JavaScript frameworks such as angular.js, backbone.js, node.js or jQuery
  • Experience with information architecture and data visualization
  • Ability to hand code HTML and a strong knowledge of HTML email coding best practices
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Developer Front End Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of developer front end. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for developer front end
  • Support client relationships directly and indirectly, including participating on client calls to discuss technical executions and strategy with Production, UX, Editorial and Design
  • A competitive salary + package, 55k-65k depending on experience, plus benefits and Equity shares
  • Demonstrate knowledge of core web performance benchmarks and how to optimise front end interfaces for maximum performance
  • Demonstrate familiarity with theming in other PHP applications including Drupal and WordPress, working with version control systems including Git and familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.0/WAI-ARIA)
  • Provide debugging, support and resolution of interface issues reported by other areas of the business and conduct research and development of new and emerging front end development tools and technologies
  • Working closely with editors, designers and video producers to deliver a modern UI platform
  • Implement the UI for new features and initiatives for our global education practice
  • Work with and integrate APIs
  • Understanding user needs, and exploring user-centered designs
  • Contribute fresh ideas and approaches to evolving the platform
Qualifications for developer front end
  • Ability to write clean, legible javascript
  • Troubleshooting and debugging desktop, Android & iOS browser issues
  • Keen aesthetic for implementing visual design
  • Bachelor degree in computer science or equivalent with one or two years of
  • Use of Cairngorm application framework
  • Experience using design patterns and model-view-controller
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Developer Front End Job Description

Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of developer front end. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for developer front end
  • Unix shell and command line tools
  • Demonstrate expertise in core web design principles including mobile-first responsive design for an eCommerce website and have a good working knowledge of core web performance benchmarks in order to optimise front end interfaces for maximum performance
  • Provide debugging, support and resolution of interface issues reported by other areas of the business
  • Research and development of new and emerging front end development tools and technologies
  • Create re-useable components and code snippets
  • Thoroughly test your work on multiple browsers and mobile devices
  • Rapidly prototype ideas in order to learn what works and how to elevate concepts to the next level
  • ATG is a nice to have but not a must have
  • To create or high-level front-end designs for company or partner WordPress websites
  • To develop new designs and WordPress web page templates
Qualifications for developer front end
  • Knowledge and/or use of SASS and preferably the Compass framework
  • Passion and follow-through for the work
  • At least 2 years experience in JavaScript (jQuery and/or Dojo)
  • Has a strong understanding of industry trends and software programs like the Adobe Creative Suite
  • Must be able to effectively communicate with the creative team
  • Able to solve problems and adapt quickly to new web design and application trends
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Developer Front End Job Description

Job Description Example
Our growing company is hiring for a developer front end. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for developer front end
  • Manage and extend codebase for JavaScript, SCSS, and HTML
  • Assessing and identifying mitigation for risks, including those related to high level design, integration, and data quality
  • Conducting design reviews and identifying opportunities to re-use components
  • Providing level 3 support for technical infrastructure components
  • Leading the development of source code, including descriptions, for all software components in accordance with the detailed software requirements, the specification, the functional design and technical design documents
  • Verifying the developed source code via reviews (4-eyes principle), ensuring findings must be resolved
  • Integrating software components following the integration strategy
  • Verifying integrated software components by unit and integrated software testing, according to the software test plan, ensuring that test findings are resolved
  • Ensuring that all code changes end up in Change Items (CIs)
  • Developing routines to deploy CIs to the target environments
Qualifications for developer front end
  • Expert experience in HTML/CSS/javascript/jquery
  • Must be able to decipher 1st and 3rd party API's and integrate via Javascript
  • Strong understanding of JSON/JQuery/AJAX
  • Strong understanding of HTML/CSS (LESS or SASS)
  • Familiarity with the modern web technologies (HTML5/CSS3/AJAX), trends and best practices for semantic markup, performance, and usability
  • Mentor developers, create maintainable projects with documentation

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