Web Developer (closed)

Chicago, IL
$50-60K compensation
Recruiter Comment: Web Developer (Creative Startup) -- Chicago, IL -- $50-60K
Job Description

Our Chicago based client specializing in licensed media content is looking for a Web Developer with PHP knowledge and creative problem solving skills. This is a great opportunity for anyone wanting to experience what it's like to be a part of a fast paced and quickly expanding startup. The company culture is a fun start up environment, conducive to the creative process for those heavily interested in media production. Must be able to multi-task and wear many hats while thinking outside of the box. Candidates who have done their own projects and contributed to the open source community is also a plus. Strong interest in music is a HUGE plus. We are expecting salary to fall between $50-60K + full medical and dental benefits.

Please send all qualified resumes in Word + salary requirements, and availability to Jgitlin@choiceco.com

 

Required Skills:

• Strong problem solving, troubleshooting, and debugging skills

• Experience with PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

• Experience with JavaScript frameworks: jQuery, jQuery Mobile, Prototype etc.

• Experience maintaining Apache web servers in a Linux environment

• Strong organizational skills

• Experience with Drupal 6.x is preferred

• Excellent communication skills in person, by phone, and via email

• OOP and Patterns, Scrum, Agile methodologies

• Strong understanding of Ajax, HTML5 and developing for screens of various sizes (desktop, tablet, mobile)

 

The ideal candidate will:

• Pay close attention to details

• Have a positive attitude and be dedicated to the goals and values of the company

• Keep pace with new technologies and not be afraid to learn new skills as needed

• Embrace the culture of a tech startup

• Understand how UI design affects a website and its usability and effectiveness

• Take initiative in identifying potential problems and take the necessary steps to resolve them