Programmer Needed

Yeah, I know we're sort of shooting for the moon here, but basically we need somebody that can kick some programming ass. Or, said in another way, we need...

SENIOR WEB DEVELOPER

Levenson Interactive is seeking a Senior Web Developer to bring together technology, content, design, information architecture and applications into a working Web site that is delivered within budget and on schedule.

BASIC FUNCTION

By evaluating requirements of a given project, the Senior Web Developer both produces application code and implements the final design and information architecture with innovative and current technologies. The Senior Web Developer advises the Levenson Interactive team on the creation of a design that is technically feasible and meets the project's needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

 Essential Functions -

1. Creating the site file structure and final website deliverables: integrating design, slicing and optimizing artwork, adding multimedia elements, as well as integrating and formatting all content.

2. Consulting with clients' technology representatives on technical needs and recommending solutions.

3. Creating Web-based applications using appropriate technologies, as well as integrate with third-party applications and Web services.

4. Advising clients on creating, documenting and supporting content management solutions.

5. Creating sites appropriate to strategy and content, maintaining scalability, ease of maintenance and usability.

6. Defining best practices and style guidelines for the site.

7. Serving as the advocate for a quality user experience for all users, including cross-browser, cross-platform, user environment and accessibility validation.

8. Overseeing quality assurance (QA) site testing to ensure a professional deliverable.

9. Providing documentation on maintenance, assisting in defining style documentation; performing client training and education on site deliverables.

10. Creating and executing project work plans, revising as necessary to meet changing needs and requirements.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

The Senior Web Developer has an excellent academic and professional background, possessing strong design and technical sensibilities, facilitating technical solutions to design and strategy challenges. The Senior Web Developer is expert in both client-side and server-side technologies; responsible for researching emerging technologies and trends as solutions, as well as seeking to enhance personal skills through experimentation and professional development.

 The Senior Web Developer possesses the following qualifications:
 

- BA or BS degree, or comparable experience in technical areas

- Minimum three years programming Web sites

- Expert knowledge of HTML 4.01 and XHTML

- Proficiency in CSS and JavaScript programming

- Proficiency in at least two Web programming environments, i.e., ASP, PHP, JSP, ColdFusion

- Proficiency in database design using databases such as MS SQL, Oracle

- Demonstrated proficiency with Macromedia Dreamweaver, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat and FTP applications.

- Demonstrated proficiency in Macromedia Flash and Adobe Illustrator.

- Familarity with podcasting, RSS, blogs, pda applications and other alternative Web sources

- Familiarity with Web content management applications

- Attention to design and technical requirements details

- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

If you know someone like this who is in Dallas, wants to come to Dallas, or at least doesn't mind Dallas, email me at paul.mcenany@gmail.com or call me at 214.893.4622. Do it. Do it.

Comments

[Clay Parker Jones]

Love the use of "function" in the job description. Makes me chuckle.

[Lori Magno]

"doesn't mind Dallas..." Who doesn't mind Dallas? I'll flip through my rezzy file for you. xox