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Sr. Front End Developer (Contract/1099)
Summary
Title:Sr. Front End Developer (Contract/1099)
ID:109
Department:Technology
Location:Los Angeles, CA
Description
Do you want to work for a company that makes a difference in people’s lives by teaching people of different cultures how to get along, how to talk to each other?  A company that teaches people the interpersonal communication skills they need to succeed at their jobs?  To help people become better learners?
 
Do you enjoy working in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams?  Do you thrive in an informal work environment?   Would you like having every other Friday off?
 
We need an experienced front-end developer to help move our ActionScript / Flex-based e-learning platform to HTML5.
 
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in HTML5 development, for both the web and mobile devices.  Your candidacy will leap to the top if you have experience in simulations, e-learning, and serious games.
 
If you want this to be your story, send us your resume with a half-page write-up of your most significant accomplishments in HTML5 development. 
 
Position
Front-End Developer (Contract)
 
Employment Type
This is a full-time, temporary position available through August 2015.  You will be required to work on-site.
 
Department
Software Engineering
 
Reports to:
Vice President of Production
 
Overall Responsibility
Your job will be converting our current e-learning platform from Flash to HTML5.
 
Required Qualifications
  • 3+ years experience in software development
  • B.S. or higher in Computer Science or related field
  • Experience with HTML5, CSS and JavaScript
  • Experience with JavaScript frameworks (angular.js, backbone.js, etc.)
  • Experience with XML and JSON data formats
  • Understanding of the Model-View-Controller pattern
  • Working knowledge of at least one other programming language
  • History of working with Subversion or Git
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills
 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience developing and deploying mobile applications
  • Experience with Java, Flash, ActionScript, Flex
  • Knowledge of automated build-systems (ANT, Hudson, Make, etc.)
  • Experience with dynamic CSS tools
 
Company Overview
Alelo (www.alelo.com) is an award-winning creator of innovative, computer-based “serious” games that utilize virtual role-play simulations to teach cross-cultural, interpersonal communication skills. Our software incorporates state-of-the-art instructional design, social science, and patented avatar technology for socially intelligent virtual humans that interact with the learner in dynamic, immersive scenarios. Course instruction is modeled on a task-based, situated learning methodology effective for rapid skill development and application to real world situations. Our unique approach provides highly effective and customizable training for learners at different levels who need intercultural communication skills to succeed in the 21st century.
 
This position requires US Citizenship for government clearance eligibility.
 
This position is full time and is on-site at our corporate headquarters in Los Angeles, CA. Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications. You will enjoy an informal work environment.  Alelo is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
 
Local (Los Angeles area) candidates only. No immigration sponsorship (H1B and similar). No outsourcing companies. No agencies. Absolutely no phone calls, faxes, or visits.
 
To apply, please visit http://www.applicantstack.com/client/alelo/x/openings.
 
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