Front-End Web Developer

Job Summary

The Front-End Web Developer should have strong technical skills and be able to develop using the latest front-end technologies (HTML/CSS). This person should also be able to collaborate effectively with the team and manage multiple projects simultaneously, from concept to implementation. This would include understanding business requirements, writing functional and technical specifications, developing fully functional web pages, and collaborating with developers on back-end integration points.

Responsibilities

• Manage and drive the implementation of web projects throughout the project lifecycle .
• Work with adjacent development teams to implement integrated technical solutions.
• Develop front-end code in a timely and high quality manner while leveraging site standards including site structure, page templates, navigation and the site information architecture.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and stable web solutions that meet business needs.
• Translate business goals into technical requirements and conduct code/design reviews.
• Partner with Creative Services and User Experience to develop effective/engaging designs.
• Collaborate with adjacent teams to conduct A/B and multivariate tests to maximize the user experience and traffic conversion.
• Utilize reusable templates and common HTML elements while leveraging centralized JQuery/JavaScript libraries and global CSS.
• Contribute to a shared standards library to be used by all web teams.
• Partner with teams on the ongoing modernization of MathWorks.com.
• Participate in code reviews.
• Help with day-to-day operational tasks.

Qualifications Required / Preferred

• BS/BA degree and 5 years in a web-related position.
• Experience coding front-end standards-compliant HTML/CSS that is scalable and cross-browser compatible.
• Demonstrated experience leading projects and defining and writing business requirements.
• Knowledge of web project lifecycle including front-end/back-end development.
• Demonstrated experience managing web projects from initiation to launch.
• Successful track record interfacing and communicating effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Experience working with content management systems (CMS).
• Ability to juggle several projects simultaneously, meet deadlines while paying strong attention to details.
• Understanding of usability and design best practices.
 
Pluses
• Familiarity with search engine optimization (SEO).
• Familiarity with web analytics (Google Analytics, Omniture, etc.).
• Knowledge of responsive web design and progressive enhancement.