Intranet Applications Specialist - Web jobs in Massachusetts

We are looking for a Front-End Web Developer / Project Manager to join our team. Individuals in this role will assist with the creation and maintenance of website front-end development as well as regularly interface with Neptune Web clients and potential clients to determine project/programming needs and to address support requests.

Responsibilities include:

• Front-end web development - conversion of UI/UX designs into code, maintenance and modifications to existing development
• Email template development
• Developing reusable code for future use
• Browser and usability testing
• Project management – client request and project scheduling; consistent contact with client to set expectations
• Client support – triage of day-to-day support requests
• Support other Neptune Web team members with larger-scale project work

Skills required:

• Deep understanding of web markup, including HTML5 and CSS3
• Good understanding of coding best-practices to ensure optimal load speeds and usability
• Good understanding of SEO principles and ensuring that development will adhere to them and follow best practices
Proficient working knowledge of image authoring tools
• - to be able to crop, resize, or generate images from layers using applications such as Gimp or Photoshop.
• Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them
• Basic understanding of server-side CSS pre-processing platforms, such as LESS and SASS
• Basic understanding of front-end frameworks such as Bootstrap and Foundation
• Basic understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks, including jQuery
• Ability to work productively with other developers and technologies
• Ability to focus on detail while understanding overall big picture
• Ability to change and grow with organization and job
• Ability to stay up-to-date on new technologies and approaches
• Ability to work closely with others as part of a team

Education/Experience required:

• BS with focus in Computer Science, Communications, Advertising, Marketing or similar
• 1-3 years agency or similar experience