[LA-Jobs] Web Technical Consultant - Squiz

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A new job has been posted on the Linux Australia website.
http://linux.org.au/content/web-technical-consultant-squiz
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Squiz is a dynamic, growing Australian company with over 200 staff in 10  
offices across 5 countries and opening more. We author and support open  
source web content management software and make our money primarily through  
professional services.

We’re looking for a Technical Consultant that is really passionate about  
the web. Someone who knows their stuff and is wanting to be instrumental in  
the implementation of solid web standards implementation practices.

At Squiz, the role of Technical Consultant provides you with the opportunity  
to:

     * Utilise your broad knowledge of web technologies to steer large  
government and corporate projects
     * Apply your problem solving skills, combined with the training Squiz  
provides, to become a master in Squiz's ECMS solutions and services
     * Work with Business Managers and Project Managers to build client  
relationships, scope and estimate projects and help the Squiz team deliver  
winning project outcomes
     * Apply your problem solving and technical skills to develop solutions  
proactively
     * Work on multiple projects in a fast paced and dynamic environment
     * Join a company that is cutting edge, innovative and pushing the  
boundaries of web implementation
     * Work with, support and inspire a team of skilled and passionate web  
professionals
     * Receive comprehensive training and continuing education

Squiz is now looking for a creative and confident individual with a deep  
understanding and an applied knowledge of frontend web technologies and some  
exposure to maintaining client relationships and running client projects. In  
order to be a successful applicant in this role, you will need the following  
skills/attributes:

     * A talent for translating business needs into working solutions
     * Fantastic communication and documentation skills
     * A "can-do" problem-solving attitude
     * A firm grasp of W3C (X)HTML standards and WAI accessibility guidelines
     * At least 3 years full time experience as a front-end or back-end web  
developer and some project coordination experience within a client facing  
position
     * An excellent eye for detail
     * A good understanding of browser compatibility
     * Experience in employing JavaScript frameworks to deliver both complex  
functionality and interface enhancements
     * Experience with standards-based integration (SOAP, REST, JSON) and XML  
data
     * Practical experience with SQL (including Triggers and views) and XML  
data
     * Enjoy working on numerous concurrent projects autonomously and as part  
of a team
     * The capacity to inspire and educate your team members
     * Linux/Unix shell skills a plus
     * PHP programming skills a plus
     * The ability to work with internal stakeholders to improve internal  
processes, influencing productivity and output quality

Squiz are determined to innovate, push boundaries and forge our own public  
identity. If you see this as an opportunity, if you’re up for the  
challenge, if you have the right skills and you believe you can help us be a  
leader in the industry, then we really want you to apply.

The role is located in our Leichhardt head office (Sydney). Applications to  
hr at squiz.com.au or if there are any questions you can contact our Human  
Resources Manager - Erin Rapinett on (02) 8507 9900.

Squiz does not accept applications via recruitment agencies - recruitment  
agents please do not contact Squiz.

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