27 OCT 2014
Front End Developer - Freelance
About Us
eAdvocate Ltd. is an exciting new eHealth technology start-up, designed to provide a dynamic online marketplace that connects Caring Professionals and Clients.
We are looking for a talented Front End developer to help us with the launch and ongoing innovation of our new platform. You will be working closely with our UX, design and backend development teams to develop core site functionality, to integrate new design templates and to be involved in the testing and launch of our new platform.
What are we looking for from the candidate?
You will demonstrate the following skills and capabilities:
· Strong HTML5, CSS3 skills and experience implementing Responsive designs (i.e. desktop, tablet and smartphone friendly).
· Excellent JavaScript (JS) skills. Experience working with jQuery and related libraries, and experience in using frameworks such as backbone.js or AngularJS is an asset.
· Experience working on the Django framework and a demonstrated understanding of the Django templating system is an asset.
· Experience with GIT based version control systems.
· Able to work both independently and as a part of a small start-up group
· Demonstrated high level of attention to detail, Able to meet deadlines and take initiative, as well as strong oral and written communication in English.
The following skills are not required, but we will look favourably on candidates that also posses.
· Experience working in an AGILE development environment.
· Experience working in participating in a multi-platform testing environment.
· Experience working with API's (RESTful, JSON)
What can we offer?
To be part of the launch team of an exciting new platform and eHealth start-up
Flexibility - we require a min of 10 hrs per week and can offer up to 25 hrs /wk. Developer can work remotely and ideally are available for weekly in-person meetings in our Toronto offices (Eglinton & Laird)
3-month contract with great option to extend
Compensation commensurate with experience
Bonus program based on the company achieving certain objectives
How to apply - what we would we like to know about you?
Resume
Please specifically outline your relevant experience
Examples of past projects
Available for phone interview
Please Send Resume’s to: talent@eadvocate.com