Job Description
BASIC is looking for a talented and dedicated web developer to join our team. We are looking for someone that believes in doing the best work possible and enjoys being part of the creative process.
Our ideal candidate understands design, brings experiences to life with pixel matching perfection and also has a strong understanding for back-end technologies.
What We Offer
Competitive salary, full benefits package including medical, dental, and accidental
A great workspace in San Diego
A collaborative, progressive, team development environment
Access to innovative, creative projects with clients like Sony, Hyundai and tech start-ups
Paid holidays and vacation/ personal time
Amazing people that work together to define a home away from home
Opportunities to make a difference in a small, highly productive environment
Desired Skills & Experience
Master of JavaScript
Adept at hand-coding standards-compliant CSS and HTML
Front end web development within frameworks like Rails, Django and AppEngine
Experience with creating websites or apps for mobile devices
Intimate knowledge of cross-browser issues
Excited to push new web technologies and experiences
Comfortable working on a team in an agency environment
5+ years professional experience
Full understanding of CSS/CSS2.
Must exhibit a passion for producing clean, standards-based semantic mark-up. Must also have a passion for researching and learning emerging web technologies.
Knowledge of various Javascript frameworks such as jQuery, mooTools, and Prototype.
Working knowledge of how to create and read JSON objects.
Working knowledge of how to use SASS
Experience with JSDoc and JSLint
An understanding of the Ajax object, how it works such as it’s various states, and how to update a page.
Develop pixel-perfect presentation layer code based on the comps from the design team
Must have an understanding of SVN.
Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop and image optimization techniques are vital.
Must have an understanding of browser capabilities and design constraints on the web, with expertise in developing and testing across multiple browsers & platforms.
The ability to work independently, as well as in a team-oriented environment, is essential.
A self-motivator and not afraid to ask questions.
Experience in developing for content management systems
Experience with Omniture or Google Analytics
Interest and knowledge in HTML5 and CSS3
Working knowledge of Git version control
Additional Expectations
Work with a sense of urgency (without panic) to deliver consistently
Approach your work with an open, flexible outlook and a focus on innovation
Engage with a positive attitude within the larger team to produce the best possible product and results
Maximize your time and output by thinking creatively and working smarter, not just harder
Please send us your portfolio and website address along with an introduction / cover letter explaining why you feel you would be a good fit and a benefit to the agency.


