Job Details

At Covalent, we're a group of thinkers and problem solvers. Looking to join a vibrant team passionate about our craft? Interested in working on projects across a variety of industries, so that you're always learning something new? Maybe you'll join us…

Here's what we need: Someone having the skills outlined here, who also understands that project budgets and timelines matter. A great communicator. A true team player. Exquisite work ethic.

Where you're located is less important: Remote or Local (Baton Rouge, LA) works for us, as long as you're diligent and self-disciplined. We're a tight team, working across time zones. Plan to communicate often, with your camera on.

No room for: Ego, drama or laziness. Just…no.

Qualifications

• 4 to 6 years experience building layouts using HTML, JS and CSS
• Has a rock-solid understanding of the fundamentals of HTML, CSS and JS without the use of libraries or frameworks.
• Has experience using a variety of libraries and frameworks (UI and JS) and knows when they are appropriate to use.
• Is highly proficient in styling layouts using any technique, from columns, to css-grid or flex-box.
• Is comfortable working with intermediate to advanced vanilla JS components that drive interactions on the front-end.
• Can write fully accessible code using browser-supported techniques (roles, aria-attributes, semantic structure, labeling, etc.) but also write custom functionality for advanced interactions (menus, dialogue windows, etc.).
• Can work with advanced SASS and CSS, including the newest techniques.
• Has experience using build-tools (packagers, compilers, live-servers, minifies, etc.) and creating build-systems with these tools. In particular experience with Vite as a build tool, and Rollup as a bundler is a plus.
• Is passionate about delivering code that is clear, maintainable and performant.
• Understands how page-load performance affects SEO.
• Ability to switch from one project to another quickly and frequently.
• Has a firm grasp of User Experience concepts and User Interactions.
• Has an understanding of information architecture and can assist with content strategy/organization.
• Is familiar with at least one frontend JS framework (Vue, React, Angular, Svelte, etc.)
• Is familiar with basic fetch/api driven development.
• Is familiar with the basics of state management.
• Is familiar with the basics of security on the frontend.
• Has a basic understanding of design principles such as spacing, color, typography and layout.
• Is comfortable partnering with a back-end developer for seamless integration with a traditional CMS.
• Wordpress/PHP knowledge is a plus, though not required.

Responsibilities

• Coding pixel-perfect web page templates for integration from flat pdf mockups or live design files that accounts for the following variables: screen size, device type, browser, assistive device (if applicable).
• Creating new project builds from scratch, and selecting necessary tools & technology for the job.
• Editing existing codebases (some legacy) that employ a variety of different environments/structures/approaches to include new updates.
• Github management - everything from commits to pull requests.
• Code Testing (QA, accessibility, performance, device) and review.
• Creating browser-based animations and interactions to enhance the UX of a given website.
• Collaborating to create new features, solve problems or increase efficiency.
• Bringing old codebases into compliance (particularly ADA compliance)
• Refactoring old code to match current-day best practices.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Public Relations and Communications Services

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