Web Developer, Canonical

• Demonstrable experience of working on modern web applications
• A strong understanding of HTML, CSS with SCSS and JavaScript
• Experience with Javascript components libraries
• Experience in building responsive user interfaces for a wide range of devices and browsers
• Experience using Git or other version control system
• Awareness of SEO best practice
• Consideration of accessibility in all aspects of your work
• Understanding of web performance when building complex user interfaces
• Ability to interact with UX, designers and server-side developers
• A curiosity about technology and a thirst to learn
• You should have two or more years experience in the web development industry
• You should be based in the EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa) timezones
• You should have a certified third level education
• You are passionate about web standards and actively keep abreast of new developments in our industry
• You have strong attention to detail and value the design of a product as much as you value the code
• You like to show off what you’re working on and also learn from others
• You have strong communication skills and maybe even blog once in a while
• You’re aware of the latest CSS techniques but also know the limitations that developing for a broad audience can bring - actually, you embrace the challenge
• You’re always looking for opportunities to improve your skills

Desirable

• As a Web Developer, you will work closely with visual designers, UX designers and other developers to improve our existing products and bring exciting new web projects to life
• You’ll create high fidelity websites and web apps using the latest incarnations of HTML, CSS (SCSS) and Javascript (React and TypeScript)
• You’ll help maintain existing projects including updating content and adding new pages
• You’ll manage incoming requests for updates and liaise with or delegate to other people as necessary
• You’ll ensure the standard of our output remains high and consistent across our whole product portfolio
• You’ll ensure new pages are published according to specification and in compliance with our web style guide
• You’ll participate in and contribute to our living style guide, Vanilla Framework. Work closely with UX designers, visual designers, project managers and other engineers to implement exemplary user experiences