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POSITION – Web Developer
W2 only. Govt.job
JOB DESCRIPTION
OUTLINE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Create interactive web user interfaces in JavaScript
Develop and deploy public- and school-facing websites in code that is cross-browser and cross-platform friendly
Provide technical advice and make recommendations to other team members
Support ongoing development and drive new development for related underlying projects
Support all development-related aspects including:
Working with teams of developers and database managers to build scalable, secure, and dynamic web tools for all members of the NYCPS, including back-end and front-end infrastructure, planning, testing, systems programming, and team process management
Partnering with DIIT, OPE teams, and others to create long-term value, manage solution architecture, and ensure compliance with all standards, laws, and protocols
Ensuring the site's stability and managing the technical execution of enhancements to support the Department's goal of equity and improvement.
Develop, deploy, and support new interactive web tools. This includes:
Applying best practices to ensure that languages such as JavaScript, Python, HTML, CSS, Node JS, Flask API and Vue.js are being used to maximize user experience for teachers and students
Developing and managing protocols and processes across teams of developers to manage code deployment,
code review, and systems stability
Managing code using GitHub repositoriesCreating/modifying SAS scripts to generate data sets needed for we applications and reportsResearching, recommending, and implementing new solution architecture where needed
MANDATORY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate must have minimally achieved the following experience:
2+ years of experience in JavaScript, Python, PHP and other server-side languages
2+ years of front-end framework (like React, Angular or Vue.js, Vue.js preferred)
2+ years of experience in HTML5 and CSS
2+ years of experience with RESTful API development and integration
2+ years of experience with SQL (SAS preferred)
2+ years of experience developing and deploying web sites and applications
2+ years of experience using and maintaining Github repositories
2+ years of experience using the latest web technologies
2+ years of experience with Mobile technology
PREFERABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Familiarity with IMS standards or other standards-based APIs
A background in the provision of technical support or customer service
Experience with technical writing using Wiki or Confluence
Comfort presenting technical information to a non-technical audience
Enjoys helping others solve technical problems
A quick learner; self-directed; excellent problem-solving skills
Deep interest in public education and its role in advancing equity; experience or enrollment in a large urban school
district
Ability to quickly and efficiently switch focus among multiple concurrent tasks
Passion for learning
Experience with Atlassian Jira