User Interface/Interactive Developer Job in Fairfax 20151, Virginia US
Technology Management Solutions
IT Solutions
Fairfax, VA
About ICF International
If you want to work on the leading issues of the day, if you want your work to reflect your passion in life, if you truly want to make the world a better place, then you want to work at ICF International. Whether ensuring efficient use of energy resources, protecting the environment for generations to come, supporting cancer and HIV/AIDS patients and returning veterans, keeping young people in school and educators informed, delivering results in emergency preparedness, or breaking ground in any number of today’s issues, ICF works in the topics that lead the news.
ICF International (NASDAQ:ICFI) partners with government and commercial clients to deliver professional services and technology solutions in the energy, environment, and transportation; health, education, and social programs; and homeland security and defense markets. The firm combines passion for its work with industry expertise and innovative analytics to produce compelling results throughout the entire program life cycle, from research and analysis through implementation and improvement.
We have a passionate commitment to our work and to helping our clients achieve their objectives. We combine technical expertise with world-class analytics. We provide room for entrepreneurial thinking and grass-roots innovation to achieve compelling results for both our clients’ projects and our own company. All our work is done in a professional, collegial, and intellectual environment that allows individuals the latitude they need to perform work that parallels their passions. Since 1969, ICF has been serving government at all levels, major corporations, and multilateral institutions. More than 4,000 employees serve these clients worldwide. ICF's website is http://www.icfi.com .
Job Description:
As an Interactive Developer you will be part of an Interactive Media Team comprising of Usability Specialist, Information Architects, Web Designers, and Web and Mobile Developers. You will be responsible for designing front end interfaces for websites and mobile sites and apps. This position is located at ICF Headquarters in
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop web pages/sites including incorporating graphic user interface (GUI) features and other techniques
- Code CSS3 templates
- Develop for 508 compliant website
- Develop for Social Media Platforms and API’s
- Maintain and provide ongoing web support
- Engage with other disciplines within the Interactive Media Group
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a Computer Science or related field
- 1+ years of experience in web development
- 1+ years of experience developing jQuery plugins for dynamic web content
- 1+ of experience in Javascript, HTML, CSS, PHP, Progressive Enhancement
- 1+ years of experience developing and maintaining WordPress Templates
- 1+ years of Multimedia Experience using Adobe Flash or any other Adobe Creative Suite tools
Preferred Skills/Experience:
- Understands the following concepts fluently: Responsive Web Design, HTML5, CSS3, and Progressive Enhancement
- Possess an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of various languages including HTML, Flash, JavaScript
- Understanding of Web and Mobile Usability and Information Architecture
- Knowledge of how to create standards compliant, semantic HTML and the effect standards and semantics have on SEO and accessibility
- Experience customizing Google Analytics for page and event tracking
- Familiarity with metadata to enrich site semantics, such as open graph and microformats
- Experience with polyfills, modernizr.js, script loaders, and feature detection desired
- Experience with Social and New Media interfaces, including but not limited to twitter intents, twitter tweet button, FB recommend/ like button, and Google+.
- Experience with mobile sites and apps
- In-depth knowledge of User-Centered Design Approach
Professional Skills:
- Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills
- A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected
- Resourceful and self motivated
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet competing deadlines
- Ability to prioritize tasks, to work simultaneously on multiple projects
- Ability to work collaboratively, including with geographically dispersed team members
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
What’s in it for you:
- Great benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.) - Retirement plan- Casual dress code- Laid back work environment- Cutting edge technology
ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce.ICF International is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/D/V
For a listing of other career opportunities at ICF, please visit our Career Center at www.icfi.com/careers/
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