Sr Developer

 

JOB SUMMARY

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The senior developer is a multi-skilled position with 5+ years working experience. They will be an enthusiastic team member, learning about technology trends/development and capable of collaborating with agency team members. They will assist senior team members in delivery of projects, helping with new business and scoping of projects to improve service offerings to our clients and assist junior developers with projects.

 

This position’s primary focus will be the agency’s most complicated projects with various development tasks such as, coding, app development and web development with little to no oversight from senior level team members. They will work directly with creative and account teams to provide technology guidance. They may be expected to attend client calls or live meetings. The senior developer will be expected to mentor and provide junior development teams with support in coding, including updates to existing code and helping to debug issues from Quality Assurance while maintaining their own projects. Senior developers are expected to be continually learn and demonstrate that growth within the team.

 

A senior developer must have experience working in a fast-paced environment with tight timelines, demonstrate they can multi-task, listens to others and accepts input from departmental leadership. They must possess strong written and verbal communication skills, while displaying a positive attitude and a track record of being thorough and precise.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

 

Execution

Execute the agency’s most complex projects, including apps, large web engagements, multi-tactical programs, and experiential tactics

 

Web Development

Executes front-end development for assigned deliverables.

 

Project Management

Participates in project planning meetings to implement architecture and assess long-term goals of scability and quickness.

 

Technology practice

In conjunction with the technology leadership team, aiming to educate agency network about technology, best practices, and shedding more visibility to the group.

 

Leadership

Leads and advances technology practice.

 

Technology practice

Continue to help build the agency network's capabilities and evangelize best practices.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Expert with HTML/HTML5 and Web Standards, with an understanding of markup hierarchy

• Experience with developing mobile optimized websites and apps

• Broad and extensive knowledge of the software development process and its technologies

• Must know SASS, CSS preprocessor and how to manipulate styles and layout in code. Also, experience with CSS animations and transitions is required.

• Must have a very strong understanding of Javascript and JS frameworks (Jquery, Angular, Node) and have some experience with Gulp and/or Grunt.

• Strong knowledge of user interfaces

• Working experience with AJAX/JSON

• Working knowledge of PHP or backend languages

• Understanding of Adobe Flash/AS3

• Work with internal creative and account teams

• Consult with client DPH (Digital Production House)

• Collaborate and listen to all agency team members

• Assist teams with technology needs, including explanations about digital standards and best practices

• Able to apply copy edits and fixes in markup to digital projects

• Articulate digital solutions to both senior technologists and non-digital audiences

• Explore and share new technologies with the larger team

• Understand and apply standard software development methodologies

• Applies knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve service to our clients

EDUCATION

DEGREE/DIPLOMA

AREA OF STUDY

REQUIRED/PREFERRED

Bachelor of Arts (BS)

Master of Science (MS)

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

N/A

EXPERIENCE

MIN EXPERIENCE

AREA OF EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED/PREFERRED

4 years

Web Design or Development Services, ideally as a Consultant or in a Digital Consulting Company

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

 

Presentation Layer

Demonstrates the ability to program in HTML, CSS, JavaScript (Jquery)

 

Application Development

Demonstrates proficiency with website development

 

Adobe Creative Suite

Solid knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)

 

Computer Hardware & Software

Understand browser plug-ins (Java, Flash, etc.)

 

Computer Hardware & Software

Must be competent with all major Internet browsers

 

Computer Hardware & Software

Familiar with tablet devices (Android, iPad) and smartphones

 

Computer Hardware & Software

Able to use both PC and Mac

COMPETENCIES

 

Presentation

Ability to establish an effective demeanor and communication to influence one's point of view

 

Organization

Creates clear goals, identifies and finds the resources (e.g. time, people, materials) needed to achieve them, and schedules tasks so that work is completed on time

 

Communication

Is attentive and shows interest in the subject; Expresses ideas clearly and accurately

 

Positive Attitude

Displays a positive attitude.

 

Detail Orientation

Acute attention to detail, with an emphasis on consistency and continuity.

 

Critical Thinking

Asks probing questions; anticipates and addresses critical business gaps and needs

 

Creativity

Possesses a creative mind

 

Efficiency

Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast paced environment.

 

Diplomacy

Courage to diplomatically voice unpopular opinions.

 

Conflict Management

Ability to overcome obstacles to cooperation to foster harmonious relationships.

 

Confidentiality

Knows what is considered confidential and what is not confidential and confirms with appropriate person if it’s not clear. Understands the importance of confidential information that he/she is entrusted and ensures that confidentiality is kept.

 

Composure

Maintains a calm demeanor under pressure.

 

Collaboration

Ability to work effectively in a team environment to build and foster collaborative environment

 

Collaboration

Ability to work effectively in team environment with individuals of all agency levels.

 

Client Focus

Ability to interact professionally with clients and demonstrates client focused approach to service their needs

 

Autonomy

Ability to perform all jobs in an efficient manner with little to no assistance from others

 

Articulation

Ability to articulate ideas

 

Accountability

Demonstrates and communicates a high level of ownership and commitment to achieving result; Takes responsibility for one's own actions and decisions, and their consequences

OTHER INFORMATION

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STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING

We are providing you with this job description as a guideline for your role. Based on your team, your role may vary slightly and you may perform other duties or have other responsibilities that are dictated by business needs. However, if you think that there are elements of this job description that are inaccurate, please speak with your manager and/or HR Partner.

 

In addition, this job description is not intended to include modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation for a disability.