Front End Web Developer

Elevation Recruitment Group ,
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £22,000 per annum

Overview

Elevation Business Support are currently looking for an experienced front-end web designer/web developer to join our client's growing development team. You will be responsible for building the 'client-side' of their websites and web applications. You should be able to translate their company and customer needs into functional and appealing interactive applications. A front-end web designer/web developer focuses on using WordPress, HTML, CSS and Javascript to build beautiful websites and user-friendly environments for web applications. You will be a tech-savvy professional, who is curious about new front-end digital technologies and aspires to combine usability with visual design. Main Responsibilities include: - Using markup languages such as HTML, CSS and Javascript to create user-friendly websites and web applications Maintaining and improving existing websites and web applications Optimising websites and applications for maximum speed Designing mobile-based features Collaborating with back-end developers and web designers to improve usability Getting feedback from, and building solutions for, users and customers Writing functional requirement documents and guides Creating quality mock-ups and prototypes Helping back-end developers with coding and troubleshooting Ensuring high quality graphic standards , brand consistency and attention to detail Staying up-to-date on emerging technologies Requirements to be considered for this role: Deep level of knowledge in WordPress (or others CMSs), HTML, CSS (with a CSS preprocessor such as SASS) and Javascript Confidence with using a popular Javascript framework such as React, Angular or Vue Experience with using Google webmasters tools and strong understanding of Analytics Understanding of and ability to apply core SEO principles to a website Familiarity with browser testing, unit testing and debugging In-depth understanding of the entire web development process (design, development and deployment) Understanding of layout aesthetics and a keen attention to detail Familiarity with software such as Adobe Suite, Photoshop and content management systems An ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment Excellent analytical and multitasking skills Ability to work independently and in a team Ability to communicate with a team and customers effectively This is an exciting time to join a busy, talented and high-performing team. Elevation Business Support is a specialist division of Elevation Recruitment Group focusing on the recruitment of talented Business Support professionals across all levels. If you match the specified criteria and are interested in discussing the position in more detail, we would love to hear from you.