PortoSpire Front-end developer Remote · Intern Company website

Front-end developer - Remote - Intern (unpaid)

About PortoSpire

As a remote-first company, we believe in hiring motivated entrepreneurial individuals who understand the value of flexibility in business and technology. Our team is composed of individuals who aren’t afraid to tackle new challenges or learn new skills. We follow a remote-first philosophy; work where it makes sense. No set schedules; work when it makes sense. We use a variety of technologies to collaborate with each other regardless of where or when. No formal sick time accrual; take time when you need it. Charity donations match 10% up to $500. Continuing education $1250/year. We commit to pay equality; all roles have the same base hourly wage plus commission. If you're up for a new challenge, come join us by checking out our current openings.

Description

Opportunity

We are looking for a Front-end Developer to join our team of high performing rock stars. In this role you will be tasked with building and improving the ‘client-side’ of our web applications. You should be able to translate our company and customer needs into functional and appealing interactive applications.

If you’re interested in creating a user-friendly environment by crafting user interfaces and honing your skills, then this is the opportunity for you. We expect you to be a tech-savvy professional, who is curious about new digital technologies and aspires to combine usability with visual design.

Ultimately, you should be able to create a functional and attractive digital environment for our clients, ensuring great user experiences.

Contributions

  • Use markup languages like HTML to create user-friendly web pages
  • Maintain and improve websites
  • Optimize applications for maximum speed
  • Design mobile-based features
  • Collaborate with back-end developers and web designers to improve usability
  • Get feedback from, and build solutions for, users and customers
  • Write functional requirement documents and guides
  • Create quality mockups and prototypes
  • Assist back-end developers with coding and troubleshooting
  • Ensure high quality graphic standards and brand consistency
  • Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies

Background

  • Education experience as a Front-end Developer, portfolio preferred
  • Hands on experience with markup languages
  • Experience with JavaScript, CSS and HTML5
  • Familiarity with browser testing and debugging
  • Understanding of the entire web development process (design, development and deployment)
  • Understanding of layout aesthetics
  • Knowledge of SEO principles
  • Familiarity with software such as Adobe Suite, Photoshop and content management systems
  • Excellent analytical and multitasking skills
  • Experience working in or exposure to Agile/Scrum development processes
  • Working towards BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Web Development or relevant field desired


Salary

$0 - $0 per hour