Updated: 4/8/2012
Project - Web Developer II (Sports Media/Graphics/Web/IT)We are looking for a web developer to join the team that creates one of the world's greatest online sports destinations. Our developers conceive, develop, and deploy industry-leading web products and applications -- technology drives many of the most successful, popular, and highest-profile features on our website. This is your chance to play a leading role in the creation of industry-leading robust web applications that are used by millions of sports fans across the globe, every single day. This is a Project Position with an estimated project length of 2 years.
Responsibilities
Assists the site development technology staff with the development and maintenance of our website, from our website's front page to player cards, team clubhouses, stats, standings, and league pages, chats, and stories. Creates and supports engaging internet destinations for our television networks and shows
Participates in the creation of efficient, reusable, and scalable templates -- using front-end web technologies such as Tea, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Ajax, Flash, etc - that are used for dynamic web publishing and the display of dynamic, automated database content
Work with various editorial teams to support our website's premium offerings that includes both web and mobile products
Provides general technical support and troubleshooting.
Collaborates and coordinates projects between software engineering, design, editorial, and sales groups.
Develops interfaces to content management systems Is responsible for the development and enhancement of editorial and web publishing tools Assists in the technical analysis and evaluation of new technologies, products, and product enhancements.
Identifies areas for site improvement, adding features and functionalities where appropriate to augment the fan experience
Mentors fellow producers in the technical development of features for the website.
Leads the development of assigned projects and tasks.
Basic Qualifications
2+ years hands-on web development experience in a professional environment.
Strong understanding of object-oriented programming.
2+ years experience working with a structured programming language (Java, C/C++, ASP, JSP, PHP, etc.)
Good understanding of benefits and constraints of current Internet technologies and strong familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, Flash, and DHTML.
2+ years experience writing technical specs and driving them through development.
Demonstrated ability to work on diverse projects simultaneously, requiring detailed analysis, creative/practical problem solving, and sound judgment. Ability to self-motivate while operating effectively in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
Strong communication skills and attention to detail
A passion for sports!
Required Education
Bachelor's degree, preferably in Computer Science or a related technology field.
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