Front-End Developer

Tyler Technologies' NIC - Oregon Division is currently seeking a full-time Front-End Developer to lead multiple website and application projects. Experience using HTML5, CSS/SCSS/SASS, JavaScript-based front-end web development frameworks, and API technologies are all required. You will work alongside Oregon government agencies to design and develop websites, components, and online services. Some branding, marketing, analytics, and social media experience is preferred.

As a part of a small creative team, you will be responsible for enhancing existing and developing new websites and applications. You must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment that includes aggressive release schedules. You also need a passion for web technologies and design, improving equity through accessible design standards and guidelines, solving complex problems, and taking pride in being the person that people rely on to get the job done!

Ideal candidates have experience meeting with clients, wireframing and prototyping user interfaces, writing clean, accessible, semantic code, working with multiple data formats, and experience working alongside project managers and customers to ensure a successful product launch.

Why work here?

• Learn important skills - Work with the latest web technologies
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  Impact government - Push the boundaries of digital government and interactions with its customers (like you!)
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  Small, startup culture - Where everybody knows your name!

What we expect

• Meet with clients and partners regarding website and application development
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  Mockup and wireframe designs based on requirements and business rules
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  Design, code, and implement new websites, or improve existing ones
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  Follow or create branding standards/requirements
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  Maintain and generate new ideas around the Oregon.gov website
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  Test websites and applications for accessibility and usability
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  Participate in gathering requirements and specifications
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  Integrate up-to-date social media best practices
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  Research web-based best practices, standards, and trends
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  Work solo or with a cross-functional team

Required qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience designing and developing websites and applications
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  A strong website portfolio: well-designed interfaces and sustainable codebase
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  In-depth understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript
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  Proficiency with at least two front-end libraries and frameworks (e.g., Knockout, Vue, React)
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  Proficiency in consuming data via API endpoints in multiple formats (e.g., JSON, XML) for use in interfaces
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  Proficiency in image editing and layout software (Adobe products, Sketch, etc.) for creating concepts, working with digital assets, and buildings brands
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  Proficiency with CSS Frameworks (e.g., Twitter Bootstrap, Foundation)
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  Solid understanding of graphic and interactive design with an equally strong focus on usability and accessibility
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  Knowledge of browser compatibility and testing across multiple platforms and devices
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  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and an aptitude for learning new technologies
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  Strong organizational, prioritization, and multitasking skills
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  Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
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  Self-motivated, creative, and strong sense of accountability

Preferred qualifications

• Some SharePoint knowledge (e.g., its storage mechanisms and/or REST API)
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  Familiarity with WCAG 2 guidelines and Section 508 standards
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  Working knowledge of Inclusive Design and its importance
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  Experience with Google Analytics (e.g., event building, reporting)