Web Developer

MEI Rigging & Crating LLC•Albany, OR

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Web Developer will develop and test web applications, databases, and interfaces. May design or configure web layouts, functionality, and navigation for MEI and affiliated company websites or portals. Verify compatibility and usability across various web browsers and digital or electronic devices (Windows/PC, Apple iOS, Android, laptop/notebook, etc.). Using web and standards for accessibility, analyze user metrics to maximize marketability and search engine optimization. The Web Developer may also design and test interfaces for intra-company interaction with a focus on aesthetics and/or design and usability. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain MEI’s intranet portal, and websites or portals for MEI’s wholly owned subsidiaries using content creation tools and digital media. Develop databases that support MEI’s web applications and websites. Evaluate code to ensure validity, structure, and compatibility with varying browsers, devices, or operating systems. Work in conjunction with management and team members to prioritize needs, resolve conflicts, improve content, or find solutions, as necessary. Perform Help Desk responsibilities involving direct communication (telephone or email) with end users and assist with troubleshooting. Develop and/or implement procedures for ongoing website revisions and updates. Clearly articulate website specifications such as features, activities, software, functionality, programming languages, or operating systems and software or hardware requirements. Perform code reviews; participate in releasing code per SOP and company-specific requirements. Assist in server maintenance and setup; may participate in evaluating and recommending server hardware or software requirements. Design, implement, and maintain security measures that may consist of firewalls or message or content encryption. Perform regular and predictable work in a remote setting and perform work during scheduled or agreed-upon times. Complete all other duties as assigned and necessary.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent necessary; associate degree in Computer Science, web design, or related field preferred. Two (2) years or more of direct experience in lieu of a degree, or a combination of experience and education will be considered.
Able to assist in all areas – from idea generation to end programming.
Professional experience with PHP (object-oriented PHP 5/7 required); JavaScript (ES5 & ES6)/AJAX, HTML & CSS, Regular Expression (RegEx), Responsive Design, REST, SOAP, JSON, and XML
Experience in MSSQL, MySQL and other SQL databases design and development; and working with relational database structures.
Knowledgeable in programming languages / frameworks such as Laravel Framework, Eloquent ORM, Angular Framework, Typescript, RxJS Library.
Knowledgeable in GitHub, Linux, VS Code, and MVC framework. Experience with MS 365, SharePoint, MS Azure, WordPress helpful.
Possess a general digital engineering mindset – be open to asking questions and deep-dive problem solving – be willing to go beyond finding the quickest solution.
Able to read and interpret legacy codebases or code written by other developers and build off their work in a consistent style.
Familiar with writing the four basic SQL statements (SELECT/UPDATE/INSERT/DELETE).
Keep current of web technologies or programming practices through continuing education, reviewing periodicals or trade-related information, or participation in professional groups, workshops, or conferences.
Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills and using tools like Firefox, Chrome Inspector, and ability to troubleshoot Safari.
Must be able to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment; able and willing to work under time or information constraints – excellent time management skills needed.
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills; respond to requests for assistance in a professional manner and exhibit a customer service mindset.
Ability to explain technical topics in simple terms, as well as decipher information from users for trouble-shooting and problem-solving efforts.
Work independently and use sound judgement and discretion.
Use deductive and inductive reasoning; and demonstrate active listening skills.

Nice To Haves

Ability to write test suites using PHPUnit, and familiarity with behavioral testing libraries (such as Behat) preferred.
Knowledgeable in GitHub, Linux, VS Code, and MVC framework. Experience with MS 365, SharePoint, MS Azure, WordPress helpful.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain MEI’s intranet portal, and websites or portals for MEI’s wholly owned subsidiaries using content creation tools and digital media.
Develop databases that support MEI’s web applications and websites.
Evaluate code to ensure validity, structure, and compatibility with varying browsers, devices, or operating systems.
Work in conjunction with management and team members to prioritize needs, resolve conflicts, improve content, or find solutions, as necessary.
Perform Help Desk responsibilities involving direct communication (telephone or email) with end users and assist with troubleshooting.
Develop and/or implement procedures for ongoing website revisions and updates.
Clearly articulate website specifications such as features, activities, software, functionality, programming languages, or operating systems and software or hardware requirements.
Perform code reviews; participate in releasing code per SOP and company-specific requirements.
Assist in server maintenance and setup; may participate in evaluating and recommending server hardware or software requirements.
Design, implement, and maintain security measures that may consist of firewalls or message or content encryption.
Perform regular and predictable work in a remote setting and perform work during scheduled or agreed-upon times.
Complete all other duties as assigned and necessary.