Front-end Developer [WPAdmin.Support]

TalkNMore Communications ,
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

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Company Description TalkNMore Communications Limited is a leading media and Internet company comprising more than 1500 brands and products. Focused in the areas of search, advertising,online dating, local businesses and media. A true internet conglomerate company, with nearly a 250 million monthly visits across more than 30 countries. The company is headquartered in Cramlington, UK with offices in various locations throughout the world. Job Description Your job duties will include: Ability to convert PSD designs into WordPress themes Ability to create WordPress themes from scratch as well as modify existing themes Troubleshooting issues including CSS, JS, browser compatibility, responsive design, layouts, etc. Advanced knowledge of HTML/CSS Experience with JavaScript, jQuery and AJAX. Light to moderate back-end development experience (and willingness to learn). Working knowledge using version-controlled environments, particularly git. Well-rounded understanding of free and commercial WordPress themes and plugins a big plus. Comfort in responding to a high-volume of support requests at times. Types of Projects we're doing lately: WordPress websites (some with and some without a blog) for small and large businesses, multisite networks, social communities and lots of social media integration. WordPress with E-Commerce (WooCommerce experience is a plus!) WordPress Multisite and BuddyPress Membership sites with WordPress ...Do you get a feeling that we do a LOT of WordPress sites??? (We do!) Work Environment: Remote work - Monday through Friday 9am - 5pm GMT Office dress code: Pajamas, if you like. This is full-time, salaried position Full-time employees enjoy benefits such as Medical/Dental/Vision, Paid Time Off, 401K Pay rate is based on experience and abilities Lots and lots of informal gif sharing Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Documented experience in front-end website development in WordPress. Ability to convert Photoshop files (PSD) to WordPress themes using HTML/CSS/JS, etc Experience with WordPress is required. (Example: building a theme from scratch is no sweat, and customizing existing frameworks is right up your alley!) Advanced level competency with CSS & HTML (Sass, HTML5/CSS3 a big plus, as well as responsive design techniques). Experience troubleshooting browser compatibilities. Nice to haves (not required, are a plus): Understanding of PHP development practices Experience with creating Photoshop mockups and graphic design Comfort level with JavaScript, jQuery and/or AJAX Ability to perform some back-end development tasks (ie: building simple widgets & plugins). We're looking for someone who: Likes to interact with and help people Is patient enough to deal with frustrated folks that have a wide range of technical experience (or lack thereof) Is self-motivated to get the job done! Treats support work like a friendly puzzle to be solved Additional Information * *No third parties or outsourcing agencies will be considered, but we are open to worldwide applicants!* * All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Qualifications: Minimum Requirements: Documented experience in front-end website development in WordPress. Ability to convert Photoshop files (PSD) to WordPress themes using HTML/CSS/JS, etc Experience with WordPress is required. (Example: building a theme from scratch is no sweat, and customizing existing frameworks is right up your alley!) Advanced level competency with CSS & HTML (Sass, HTML5/CSS3 a big plus, as well as responsive design techniques). Experience troubleshooting browser compatibilities. Nice to haves (not required, are a plus): Understanding of PHP development practices Experience with creating Photoshop mockups and graphic design Comfort level with JavaScript, jQuery and/or AJAX Ability to perform some back-end development tasks (ie: building simple widgets & plugins). We're looking for someone who: Likes to interact with and help people Is patient enough to deal with frustrated folks that have a wide range of technical experience (or lack thereof) Is self-motivated to get the job done! Treats support work like a friendly puzzle to be solved Responsibilities: Your job duties will include: Ability to convert PSD designs into WordPress themes Ability to create WordPress themes from scratch as well as modify existing themes Troubleshooting issues including CSS, JS, browser compatibility, responsive design, layouts, etc. Advanced knowledge of HTML/CSS Experience with JavaScript, jQuery and AJAX. Light to moderate back-end development experience (and willingness to learn). Working knowledge using version-controlled environments, particularly git. Well-rounded understanding of free and commercial WordPress themes and plugins a big plus. Comfort in responding to a high-volume of support requests at times. Types of Projects we're doing lately: WordPress websites (some with and some without a blog) for small and large businesses, multisite network