• Strong proficiency with JavaScript
• Knowledge of Node.js and frameworks available for it
• Understanding the nature of asynchronous programming and its quirks and workarounds
• Good understanding of server-side templating languages
• Good understanding of server-side CSS preprocessors
• Basic understanding of front-end technologies, such as HTML5, and CSS3
• Understanding accessibility and security compliance
• User authentication and authorization between multiple systems, servers, and environments
• Integration of multiple data sources and databases into one system
• Understanding fundamental design principles behind a scalable application
• Understanding differences between multiple delivery platforms, such as mobile vs. desktop, and optimizing output to match the specific platform
• Creating database schemas that represent and support business processes
• Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git

General Qualities:

We are always looking to talk with people who would be a great fit for the team. Some general qualities that we’re looking for are:

• Self-motivated: You’ll be surrounded by teammates that take commander’s intent and run with it. You determine what needs to happen to get the job done.
• Inquisitive: You ask good questions and get to the heart of a problem.
• Excited: You’re excited about the web, particularly how the representation of information on screens can inform people’s decisions.
• Driven: You’re curious and hungry to learn new subjects and skills.