Front End Web Developer

Job Title:  Front End Web Developer

DESCRIPTION:

SASSO is looking for a talented, success-driven digital rock star to join our team. We are seeking a front end web developer to work closely with our team to create award-winning websites as well as other digital media projects. This position encompasses a variety of skills from programming and UI design to client interaction and satisfaction. Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript is a must and other technical skills are expected related to CMS systems. As a collaborator, you must be adept at communicating with the team, vendors, and clients the vision of the website design and functionality. You will also be expected to participate in planned and spontaneous brainstorming/creative problem-solving sessions, research, and concept generation. Ideal candidates are team players who embrace new technology/trends, are open-minded, and strive to implement the latest solutions.

Employment includes:

• Competitive salary
• Paid Holidays
• Paid vacation
• Sick days
• Flexible schedule
• Remote work/hybrid opportunities
• Continuing education  
• Team building events
• Annual retreat
• Flexible lunch schedule
• Casual dress code
• Room for growth within the agency services
• Generous Healthcare Benefits, including 80% monthly premium covered by SASSO
• SASSO 100% covers monthly premiums for Dental & Vision
• SASSO provides $50k Life AD&D at no charge to the employee
• 401K Program plus Employee Match
• Additional optional benefits

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent
• 4 years minimum web programming experience
• Experience in marketing; advertising agency experience preferred
• Experience with and working knowledge of responsive designs, CSS media queries, content management systems and semantic tools
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
• Experience in HTML email design and coding is a plus
• Knowledge of languages such as HTML-5, CSS, PHP, various JavaScript libraries (jQuery, VUE.js, or React), Git, Subversion, CVS or related tools
• Understanding of UI, cross-browser compatibility, general web functions and standards
• Knowledge of mobile platforms such as iOS and Android a plus but not required
• Basic knowledge of relational databases and SQL is a plus but not required
• Commitment to working in a team-based environment
• A keen attention to detail related to visual layout and grammar 
  
• Full awareness of creative processes, timelines, and budgetary restraints
• Strong strategic, analytical, and organizational skills and ability to plan at a senior level
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and take initiative
• The ability to work under pressure and tight timelines and assimilate large quantities of information quickly, while maintaining attention to detail, drive, and flexibility
• Resilience enabling you to deal with problems and constructive criticism
• Ability to travel, if/when necessary (although very minimal if at all)
  

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES (Main Responsibilities):

• Assist in the production management, maintenance, and updates of existing and new client websites
• Working with clients to develop the overall look and design of a website
• Writing website code with programming languages such as HTML, C and Java
• Producing, maintaining and modifying websites and user interfaces
• Incorporating applications, graphics, audio and video clips into client websites
• Creating tools that enhance the user’s website experience
• Ensuring websites are accessible across many platforms, including laptops and smartphones
• Routinely testing websites for ease of use, speed and other quality factors
• Fixing any website issues or bugs that arise
• Develop with and customize open source and licensed applications such as Craft, Wordpress, Webflow, and others as needed
• Proficient in online e-commerce integration through 3rd party applications such as Shopify or others
• Carry a project from initial concept through delivery of HTML/XHTML and CSS
• Organize and set up projects to be programmed according to client specifications and timelines
• Act as liaison with account and business development team to provide insight on areas of possible growth and development for clients
• Solid understanding and competency in web standards and hosting environments
• Maintain multiple hosting environments and security updates on all sites
• Proficiency in creating web layouts in your preferred program (Photoshop/Illustrator) and building HTML/CMS websites
• Ability to design and build scalable websites, from content architecture, design, build, and launch
  

Salary : $50,000