Front-End Web Developer
Chicago, IL

Job Description

15497 Front-End Web Developer (Open)

Position Type:

Full time

Location(s):

US.IL.Chicago.Office55

Organization:

Ascendon

Position Details:

Do you have a passion for media and entertainment, web development, and enjoy playing with cutting-edge technology? If so, you may want to consider joining our growing team of Front-End Web Developers on our Consumer Experience team; a division within Client Services. As a member of this team your development efforts will enable our clients (Disney, Redbox, Cineplex, to name a few) to impact hundreds of thousands of people around the globe.

CSG International's Ascendon division is described as having a laid-back personality and startup culture all while having the backing of a large, successful enterprise. The Ascendon solution provides clients with the necessary tools to easily manage, market and monetize premium digital content to consumers. The solution, offered as a set of software services, allows top brands of all sizes create and manage new revenue streams; increasing return with every transaction. Ascendon sets itself apart from the competition by operating on the most popular devices and providing a set of enterprise-grade back-office tools.

This is a great opportunity for individuals having an interest in consultative services and improving/building upon web development skill sets.

Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering (Telecommunications), Business (with concentration in Computing or Information Management) or related field or the equivalent work experience.
* 3-5 years of relative development experience working with JavaScript, HTML and CSS is required
* 3-5 years of experience working in a client-facing role
* Knowledge and ability to effectively use JavaScript frameworks (AngularJS, React, Backbone.JS, Vue.JS, Ember, jQuery etc.)
* Knowledge and ability to effectively use common CSS frameworks and methodologies such as Bootstrap, LESS or SASS
* Knowledge or experience with development support tools such as Node.JS, NPM, Gulp and Webpack
* Experience with automated unit and integration tests to support continuous delivery and with automated e2e tests (Cypress, Protractor and TestCafe)
* Exposure to Behavior Driven Development (BDD)/ Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD)
* Working knowledge of popular version control utilities such as Git or Subversion
* Experience working with RESTful APIs including data transmission formats such as JSON and XML
* Understanding and application of Agile principles and processes
* Proven ability to gather complex technical requirements and perform technical gap analyses
* Software implementation and/or upgrade experience preferred
* Proven independent learning and problem-solving skills
* Media and/or telecommunications industry experience a plus

Responsibilities:

* Customizes CSG Ascendon suite of HTML Storefront technologies to client specifications
* Partners with project teams to define, gather and implement business requirements
* Supports technical lead by developing and debugging issues
* Applies development solutions to build out and deliver on client requirements
* Provides expertise, customer advocacy and analysis through all phases of engagements
* Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
* Participates in SCRUM activities and standing meetings with clients or internal project teams
* Develops and implements technical solutions per client specifications
* Assists with solution identification and project estimation and planning activities
* Troubleshoots, analyzes, documents and escalates issues as necessary