INTERN: Cactus, Internship, Front End Developer

TITLE

Front End Developer

LOCATION

Brooklyn, New York

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a front-end web developer intern who is motivated to combine the art of design with the art of programming. Responsibilities will include working under the head of front-end development at Cactus to translate UI/UX design wireframes to actual code. You will work with the UI/UX designer and bridge the gap between graphical design and technical implementation, taking an active role on both sides and defining how the application looks as well as how it works.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop new user-facing features
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs
• Optimize application for maximum speed and scalability
• Develop functional and appealing web- and mobile-based applications based on usability
• Provide website maintenance and enhancements
• Use a combination of markup languages to write web pages
• Write functional requirement documents and specifications
• Create quality mockups and prototypes on tight timelines
• Assist back-end developers with coding and troubleshooting
• Create cascading style sheets (CSS) that are consistent across all browsers and platforms
• Maintain graphic standards and branding throughout the product’s interface
• Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies
• Promote usability best practices
• Enjoy shipping small, quick experiments to validate your ideas and opinions
• Be unafraid to have your opinion changed
• Give and solicit feedback from others in order to continually raise our bar for quality

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficient understanding of web markup, including HTML5, CSS3
• Proficient understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks
• Good understanding of ReactJS
• Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git
• Be driven by innovation and creativity
• Attention to detail and passion for your craft

BONUS POINTS

• An appreciation of design and architecture
• Interest in all things techy
• A curiosity about the future 
• Artistic pursuits in any medium

ABOUT THIS JOB

This is a paid internship position with occasional late evenings and/or weekend work. 

Please submit a cover letter, portfolio and/or resume for consideration with “Internship::Front End Dev” in the subject line to careers@cactus.is