The latest articles on DEV Community by TJ Nicolaides (@tjnicolaides). https://dev.to/tjnicolaides https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F48077%2F44c17989-4712-48ee-af6c-3a8125f875d3.jpeg https://dev.to/tjnicolaides en TJ Nicolaides Mon, 22 Jan 2018 20:16:45 +0000 https://dev.to/tjnicolaides/think-company-is-hiring-a-software-development-apprentice-1ki9 https://dev.to/tjnicolaides/think-company-is-hiring-a-software-development-apprentice-1ki9 <p><em>Are you looking to get your career start in the field of web development?</em></p> <p>Think Company is looking for a motivated individual to join our software development team as an apprentice. From day one, you’ll be be a full member of our experienced, cross-functional teams doing hands-on development and QA work on both internal and client projects. You'll receive mentoring and coaching from your coworkers, plus we’ll work with you to develop a personalized training plan. By the time you're done the apprenticeship, you'll be ready to develop and test pattern libraries, full-stack web applications, and JavaScript single-page applications. </p> <p>We hope you’ll come think with us!</p> <p><a href="https://media.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2F3vwizk2qtr8l3diwrm3r2ba0-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com%2Fwp-content%2Fthemes%2Ftbiv2%2Fimg%2Fsection--philly-think-space--phone.jpg" class="article-body-image-wrapper"><img src="https://media.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2F3vwizk2qtr8l3diwrm3r2ba0-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com%2Fwp-content%2Fthemes%2Ftbiv2%2Fimg%2Fsection--philly-think-space--phone.jpg" alt="Think Company developers and designers brainstorming in our Center City collaboration space."></a></p> <h2> What you'll do: </h2> <ul> <li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams of technical leads, developers, UX designers, visual designers, and researchers on internal and client projects</li> <li>Code and work with HTML, CSS, JavaScript SPA frameworks, PHP, and git in an agile software development</li> <li>Perform quality assurance testing of websites and applications</li> <li>Participate in code reviews and other team and learning activities</li> <li>Write and edit documentation</li> </ul> <h2> We're looking for someone who: </h2> <ul> <li>Has some experience developing websites or web applications, even if it’s only been for fun and even if you’ve never put them on the web</li> <li>Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills</li> <li>Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills</li> <li>Is comfortable learning independently or in a collaborative setting</li> <li>Is comfortable receiving and acting on constructive feedback</li> </ul> <h2> How to apply: </h2> <p>Applications must be received by Friday, February 2, 2018 or order to be considered for the apprenticeship. We’ll be using a blind review for the first stage of the process. Applicants will be notified by Monday, February 12, 2018 of next steps.</p> <p>In preparing your application, we strongly suggest that you get to know Think Company by reviewing our website, blog, and social media accounts. <a href="https://www.thinkcompany.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.thinkcompany.com/</a></p> <p>To apply, please send us the following:</p> <ol> <li>Your resume</li> <li>A cover letter, in which you address the following points/questions: <ul> <li>Tell us about one (yes, just one) coding project about which you are proud, explaining why you’re proud of it</li> <li>What would make you a great contributor to the Think Company software development team?</li> <li>Once you're finished the apprenticeship, what would you hope to do that you can't do now?</li> </ul> </li> <li>The URL of the website or git repository that’s mentioned in your cover letter, or a ZIP file of the code</li> </ol> <p><a href="http://tbi.applytojob.com/apply/eG7LVrKTzS/Software-Development-Apprentice?source=The+Practical+Dev" rel="noopener noreferrer">Apply here!</a></p> <h2> Apprenticeship and benefits details: </h2> <p>This position starts on or near Wednesday, March 7, 2018 and finishes Friday, December 21, 2018. You must be able to work on-site in Center City Philadelphia, with occasional (paid) travel to Conshohocken. </p> <p>The pay is $25 per hour, and we expect you to work a 40 hour work week (Monday-Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, with some flexibility). You’ll be eligible for our 401(k) program, and life and disability insurance, and you’ll also have the option to participate in our health insurance plan.</p> <p>Throughout the year, you'll participate in a series of performance reviews. At the end of the year, assuming you’re happy working with us and we are happy with your growth, we'll promote you to a full-time salaried position at Think Company.</p> <h2> About Think Company </h2> <p>Think Company is an experience design consultancy that provides research, user experience design, and software development services to Fortune 500 clients in a wide range of industries. Think Company has been named one of the Best Places to Work by the Philadelphia Business Journal for three years in a row.</p> <p>Think Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.</p> <p>Recruiters and staffing companies NEED NOT contact us and DO NOT have permission to contact candidates on our behalf.</p> <p><a href="http://tbi.applytojob.com/apply/eG7LVrKTzS/Software-Development-Apprentice?source=The+Practical+Dev" rel="noopener noreferrer">Apply here!</a></p> <p><a href="https://media.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2F3vwizk2qtr8l3diwrm3r2ba0-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com%2Fwp-content%2Fthemes%2Ftbiv2%2Fimg%2Fsection--east-desks--phone.jpg" class="article-body-image-wrapper"><img src="https://media.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2F3vwizk2qtr8l3diwrm3r2ba0-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com%2Fwp-content%2Fthemes%2Ftbiv2%2Fimg%2Fsection--east-desks--phone.jpg" alt="Think Company designers and developers hard at work in our Center City studio."></a></p> css html javascript hiring TJ Nicolaides Mon, 11 Dec 2017 20:41:25 +0000 https://dev.to/tjnicolaides/think-company-is-hiring-a-web-developer-6eg https://dev.to/tjnicolaides/think-company-is-hiring-a-web-developer-6eg <p>Recruiters and staffing companies NEED NOT contact us and DO NOT have permission to contact candidates on our behalf.</p> <p>Think Company has been named one of the Best Places to Work by the Philadelphia Business Journal! </p> <p>If you’re an experienced web developer based in the Philadelphia area and are interested in working for an award-winning design consultancy, please read on!</p> <p>Think Company is hiring experienced Web Developers who are passionate about crafting code that is as beautiful and as elegant as our designs. Our development team is comprised of technologists who understand and are able to reconcile the goals of development, design, and business. We believe in open web standards, progressive enhancement, accessibility, and making things fast. We are a team of individuals with diverse skills who love learning and sharing knowledge.</p> <h2> Are you someone who... </h2> <ul> <li>Crafts web standards compliant, progressively enhanced, accessible HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to accurately translate responsive and adaptive design visions into code</li> <li>Has experience with or is open to learning newer web technologies, such as web components and single page application frameworks and libraries like React</li> <li>Has experience with or is open to learning server-side programming languages and technical stacks, such as PHP, .NET, Java/JSP, and ColdFusion</li> <li>Has experience with or is open to learning various CMS platforms, such as WordPress, Drupal, Adobe Experience Manager, and Sitecore</li> <li>Has experience with or is open to learning about test-driven development and various build/CI tools</li> <li>Demonstrates great attention to detail and a service-oriented mindset</li> <li>Possesses exceptional verbal and written communication skills</li> <li>Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including visual and UX designers, project managers, software engineers, QA engineers, and product owners</li> <li>Wants to make a positive impact in the lives of our clients, and our clients' customers</li> </ul> <p>If this sounds like you, let's talk! Please submit: a cover letter introducing yourself, your resume, and a link to your personal web site and/or at least three URLs showcasing your front-end code.</p> <p><a href="http://tbi.applytojob.com/apply/RPdT1prq5T/Web-Developer?source=dev.to">Apply here!</a></p> <p>Position details: Full-time (40 hours/week), permanent employment with Think Company. Must be open to working onsite with our clients in the Philadelphia area. </p> css html react hiring