Javascript Developer

The Role My market-leading Newcastle based client are on the lookout for a creative and experienced JavaScript Developer to play a key part in the development of their web based applications. Your key responsibilities will include: The Front-End development of a new web analytics platform Working in close co-operation with other team members including JavaScript and back-end developers, UX designers and Product Manager. Skills & Experience: Strong object oriented JavaScript Experience with building SPAs Demonstrable knowledge of ES5 and ES6 technologies Good working knowledge of A+ Promises Experience working with REST Web Services Asynchronous Module Loading including Require.js Build tools - e.g. gulp, grunt, NPM, SASS Cross platform browsers including some legacy environments Beneficial: Graceful fallbacks / polyfills / shims Responsive design Node, Grunt / Gulp, Karma, Jasmine Continuous Integration Design / UX experience Jira Git / SVN HTML5, CSS3 Understanding of interface design principles Experience writing software for large scale multi-tier web applications Experience of WebGL / HTML5 3D applications Experience with SVG or JavaScript visualisation libraries such as d3.js Experience of web accessibility Familiar with agile development methodologies / SCRUM Personal: Good communication and interpersonal skills Enthusiastic, flexible "can do" attitude and willingness to learn and adapt Effective time management with deadlines Keeps up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends Qualifications: Computer Science degree or equivalent preferred or suitable experience with demonstrable work What Our Client Offers: Competitive Salary between £30,000 - £45,000 (DOE) An opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies for a rapidly growing and innovative company. A chance to be part of a close-knit team working in a dynamic challenging environment. Flexible working hours and a 35 hour working 25 days holiday + bank holidays