JavaScript Developer

Investfly.com is a hot startup company based in the United States, Mountain View, CA. We provide software-as-a-service that enables stock traders and investors all around the world to develop their investment strategies.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a JavaScript Developer who is motivated to combine the art of design with the art of programming. Responsibilities will include implementing visual elements and their behaviors with user interactions. You will work with both front-end and back-end web developers to build all client-side logic. You will also be bridging the gap between the visual elements and the server-side infrastructure, taking an active role on both sides, and defining how the application looks and functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop new user-facing features
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability
• Assure that all user input is validated before submitting to back-end services
• Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong understanding of JavaScript, its quirks, and workarounds
• Basic understanding of web markup, including HTML5 and CSS3
• Good understanding of advanced JavaScript libraries and frameworks such as AngularJS, BackboneJS
• Good understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX
• Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around such issues
• Good understanding of browser rendering behavior and performance

PREFERRED

• A firm grasp of SEO / SEM best practices
• Proficiency in using tools like Photoshop, Illustrator etc
• Basic knowledge on JSON, RDBMS systems and SQL
• Experience with Sass, LESS framework and HTML5 Boilerplate a plus
• Some knowledge in economics and finance

We offer following benefits:

• Free Lunch
• Competitive Salary 
• 5 days work week
• Team events and movie nights
• US tour for your significant contribution to the company

To Apply:

Send your resume and cover letter highlighting your background and interest to careers@investfly.com. 

Also fill out this form: https://goo.gl/JXu1xD

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.