Synacor/Buffalo, NYSynacor is a dynamic, fun and exciting company. Jeans and t-shirts are typical office attire, even for the executives. Flexible work hours accommodate employees with special scheduling needs, early risers and those who need a little caffeinated kick-start each morning. Synacor's headquarters are located along Buffalo's waterfront and the Erie Basin Marina. Taking a few minutes to stretch your legs is as easy as walking the 1,000 feet or so to the water. The office wireless network even reaches a beautiful gazebo, making it easy to spend a little time outdoors while still being productive. We are looking for great people to join our team and be given the freedom to do the work they were hired to do.
We are seeking a Graphical User Interface Engineer to work with a team of designers, including User Interface designers and back-end developers to help implement the Synacor product interface. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of engineering concepts; such as object oriented design, as well as programming knowledge of PHP, HTML/CSS and JavaScript. The focus of these skills should be on User Interface-related engineering and design.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Code HTML, JavaScript, CSS, PHP applications and libraries for User Experience projects
• Ensure adherence to Synacor coding standards
• Collaborate with User Interface developers to develop, revise, and improve front-end interfaces
• Assist in writing technical requirements documents (TRD's) for UX projects
• Perform other duties as assigned
What you'll need to bring to the table:
• Bachelor's Degree in a related curriculum preferred (Web/Graphic Design, Human Factors, or Computer Science)
• Three years of professional experience with graphical user interface design as well as experience with implementation of web applications and websites
• Detailed understanding of how the Internet and related technologies function
• Expertise in xHTML, JavaScript, PHP, and CSS is required
• Experience with jQuery, AJAX, SQL, SOAP, Photoshop, Fireworks or Flash desired
• Experience producing finished applications from technical and product documents
• General knowledge of human factors/usability issues and limitations surrounding web based interfaces
• Ability to articulate ideas and design strategies in written, verbal, and graphical forms
• Ability to build functional prototypes
• Excellent attention to detail along with an ability to work directly with internal teams
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet set deadlines
What we'll bring to the table:
• 100% Company paid benefits (health, dental, vision)
• Competitive compensation
• 25 cent vending machines
• Free Spot coffee, popcorn and cappuccino
• Award winning company culture
• Casual dress and flexible environment
• Generous paid time off
• H1B Visa Sponsorship available
• The opportunity to make a difference!
To apply please visit our website; www.synacor.com/jobs
