Job description
Our client is seeking an individual who thrives in a fast-paced, problem-solving environment. They are looking for a talented Front-end Developer with a specialty in Email to join the team of marketing technology pros.
Our team builds digital solutions to support all aspects of external client and in-house marketing initiatives. These solutions include everything from emails and landing pages to complex analytics dashboards and mobile applications. The applicant must have a strong working knowledge of the latest HTML, CSS, and JavaScript techniques for use in a variety of custom marketing executions. The ideal developer should have experience using marketing automation platforms such as Salesforce Marketing Cloud (Ampscript logic in Classic or Content Builder).
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop and modify responsive email and email templates
• Assist in development of custom landing pages and microsites to support email and traditional marketing campaigns
• Solid understanding of IA/UI standards and trends across all devices and platforms
• Ensured adherence to industry regulatory guidelines and internal development standards.
• Partner closely with in-house designers, provide counsel on best practices for email layouts and formatting
• Design, code, test, debug and document projects according to the functional requirements
• Develop, maintain and support programs/tools for internal and external clients
• Analyze, diagnose, and resolve errors related to their applications
• Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as required
• Investigate operational or systematic problems and user queries as required
• Follow all department standards and methodologies
• Communicate effectively and clearly, in writing and orally, both in one-on-one and in group presentation situations
• An ability to develop innovative client side interfaces using web standards
• Understand SEO best practices and implementation
• An understanding of modern (table-less) front-end coding as well as table-based coding with inline styles
• Deep understanding of all current browsers/email clients and their idiosyncrasies (IE, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, Outlook, Gmail is a big plus)
• An ability to effectively work with creative team to translate visual designs and content into functional interfaces for clients
REQUIREMENTS:
• 1-3 years programming experience
o Bachelor’s degree in CS or related preferred, not required
o 1+ years email-specific development experience a plus
• Strong HTML & CSS – focused on Email development
• Experience working in Content Management Systems (CMS)
• Experience with QA tools such as Litmus or Email on Acid a plus
• Experience with a selection of Email Service Providers (ESPs) such Salesforce Marketing Cloud/ExactTarget, Adobe Campaign, Campaign Monitor, MailChimp) is mandatory.
• Proven experience with modern web standards and cross-browser compatibility
• Photoshop proficiency required to manipulate assets – Experience with Sketch is a +.
• General understanding of layout and user interface design is nice to have
• Detail oriented, organized, and the ability to meet deadlines while working several projects simultaneously
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Self-motivated, a natural problem-solver, and a good communicator with a demonstrated ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously and work collaboratively in a team environment