Freelance Web Developer

Reboot is a social enterprise working to improve governance and international development. Around the world, we are pioneering new models of engagement between citizens and public institutions. We help governments, international donors, NGOs, and others to become more responsive to the communities they serve. In our work, we bring the power of great design to the challenges of our times. By aligning the resources of world-shaping institutions with the needs of the people they serve, we design and implement solutions to improve human development the world over.

We are currently seeking the services of a Freelance Web Developer who is available to start immediately to help refine and develop our online presence. This position will be based out of our New York City office and will be a full-time commitment. The timeline will be 4-6 weeks, to be determined more specifically when contract is signed, with opportunity for continued freelance opportunities afterwards.

Our ideal candidate has a passion for technology, is excited by bleeding edge applications, and has a positive attitude towards solving real world challenges. You can deconstruct an Illustrator mock-up and turn it into a pixel-perfect website or WordPress theme with semantic, valid HTML, CSS and Javascript. You know and love Javascript frameworks, but know their shortcomings and aren’t dependent on them. You know the quirks of IE and can bend it to your will. You have a favorite source control system. You can optimize sites so they are screamingly fast and capable of handling an onslaught of traffic.

Responsibilities:

• Refactor the code that runs our web properties, for speed, maintenance and cross browser compatibility.
• Build plugins, widgets and theme templates from mock-up to tested, deployed websites.
• Write beautiful, standards-compliant, readable and efficient code in PHP, HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• Help improve security of all Reboot web assets.
• Work with and teach the Reboot team to be better, more informed users and editors of our WordPress platform.

Qualifications:

Our Ideal Candidate Has:

• Demonstrated front-end know-how and extensive experience with PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript and responsive web design.
• Demonstrated ability developing with WordPress. You’ve built themes and plugins from scratch and know which of the ones built by others are well maintained.
• Understanding of open source and source control, and an ability to teach it to less technical folk.
• Ability to scope, plan and communicate development tasks and timeframes to meet tight deadlines.
• Experience working with design and copy teams.
• Serious programming chops. You’ve built apps to solve real world problems.
• A genuine, upbeat and friendly attitude. You should like work, and work well with others.
• Intellectual curiosity and drive; self-starters will thrive in this position.
• Available to start immediately.

To Apply:

Please send an email to creative DOT careers AT thereboot DOT org with your CV, a note telling us about yourself, and any examples of your previous work. Include “Freelance Web Developer: Your Name” in the subject of your email.

We are happy to answer questions on our organization or on the position. Please send inquiries to the email address above.