Description
A Senior Web Developer (Front End) is required for a 9 month contract role based on a client site in Glasgow to start ASAP.
Essential skills/experience required:
Proven track record of developing websites using XHTML/HTML5, CSS (v1 to v3) and JavaScript.
Conversant with techniques for content delivery via mobile devices.
Fully aware of accessibility and usability concerns.
Educated to SCQF Level 9 (eg SVQ 4/Bachelor's degree) or with relevant professional qualification.
Desirable
Experience of developing websites using ASP or ASP.NET, particularly within an enterprise level Content Management System.
Experience of utilising JavaScript frameworks such as Mootools and Jquery.
Role:
This role provides a comprehensive technical web development service to the organisation, by taking technical lead responsibility for the design, development and testing of websites and services to deliver the Client's Online Service and to support to a specific project. This role also provides some project management and will provide specialist advice and guidance on best practice in the technical development of web content and services.
Act as a lead developer in the creation of web applications and/or web services using the Client's systems including content management systems and search technology.
Develop, test and document websites and services in line with technical guidelines and quality processes.
Maintain and enhance web sites, interactive web applications and/or web services using systems including content management systems and search technologies.
Management responsibilities
Provide technical leadership for project teams by defining the technical strategy and approach to be taken for design and development work and oversee the implementation by the project team.
Perform project management duties, with support and mentoring from a project manager, or senior manager.
Develop project specifications, working with customers, project sponsors, developers and content providers.
Discuss and agree requirements with project managers, customers, developers and content providers and prepare estimates, schedules and proposals for all work.
Support external developers in the creation of technical solutions for the Online service.
Ensure effective asset management and maintain documentation of all our developments.
Coordinate the review and updating of the technical guidelines and ensure these guidelines are followed
Investigate, evaluate and make recommendations on development practices and technology trends.
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