Front End Developer

Job DescriptionServes as presentation layer developer on eCommerce development team projects (HTML/CSS/Freemarker)Ensures presentation layer deliverables are in alignment with standards and best practicesWorks closely with development tech leads to support projects during all phases of delivery: contributes to or develops project estimates, creates or reviews solution designs, creates quality documentation, and performs code reviewsQualifications: At least 5 years of experience in development, implementation, and maintenance of large systems, preferably across multiple hardware and software platformsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline with an IT or similar focusDemonstrated competency developing efficient, effective solutions to diverse, complex problemsDemonstrated experience in designing systems and/or processes, including written specifications and documentationExcellent written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization; able to communicate ideas precisely and accuratelyAble to communicate and collaborate with others to reach consensus or compromise when necessaryAble to define a vision and set realistic goals toward achieving itComfortable with ambiguity; able to define alternatives to progress toward visionAble to use computer for extended period of timeRetail/catalog business experience a plusSpecific Experience: Demonstrated experience in several of the following skills/experiences is necessary:o   Demonstrated expertise in presentation-layer web development, including XHTML and CSS, and related standards and toolso   Expertise in template development, especially Freemarkero   Familiarity with Internet technologies (TCP/IP, HTTP, SMTP)o   Web Information Architecture, including REST architectural principles.o   Emerging web standards, such as HTML5o   Service oriented designs and technologies (AJAX, XML/JSON)o   Detailed working knowledge of browser heterogeneity and strategies for achieving consistency across platformso   Detailed working knowledge of the browser-based Javascript execution model, and strategies for optimizing real and perceived performanceo   Detailed working knowledge of browser security considerations Additional InformationPlease feel free to contact me at [email protected] or (925) 460-8270 ext 353 regarding this opportunity.