Sunday, January 27, 2008

Software Engineer in New York, NY

Sunday, January 27, 2008
Our client is a leader in its field and offers excellent benefits and a top work environment that promotes creativity and passion.

This position is responsible for leading front end UI strategies and implementation. The candidate is responsible for all client side/front end development of dynamic web content. This position also involves creating user interface components and designing Web 2.0 features. The candidate should have expert knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Must understand Ajax, HTTP, and DOM manipulation. Should have experience in various Javascript UI frameworks such as script.aculo.us, Yahoo! UI library, prototype.js and others. Must have an expert knowledge of cross browser compatibility and strategies for cross browser UI development and support. Knowledge of Flash, Actionscript, and Ajax/Flash interaction are also very important.


Responsibilities:
- Researches new UI technologies, creates proof of concepts and prototypes dynamic web functionality.
- Responsible for defining all HTML/CSS/Javascript standards.
- Participates in code development by actively writing code, testing completed code, and working with software engineers to create reusable web components.
- Responsible for ensuring cross browser compatibility.
- Responsible for creating Ajax components and user interfaces.
- Collaborating with designers and implementing design mock ups.
- Works with Flash developers to create fluid designs and user interaction between Flash/dynamic content.
- Testing UI components.

Qualifications:
- BS Degree.
- 5+ years developing user interface components using HTML, Javascript, and CSS.
- Solid understanding of web usability and creativity for implementing dynamic web experiences.
- Expert knowledge of HTML, CSS, Javascript and Ajax.
- Must know about cross browser compatibility, DOM manipulation, and user interface design.
- Solid understanding of CSS and table based layouts.
- Knowledgeable about Web 2.0 and mash ups.
- Experience in ASP.NET or JSP a plus.

Behaviors:
- Work from verbal and written instructions of varying levels of detail.
- Ability to take direction from a tech lead and Director.
- Exhibits a high level of individual initiative and creativity.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here