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Position Summary:
Virginia Tech's University Libraries seek a talented Web Development Engineer to work within the Information Technology Services ( ITS ) Applications, Systems, and Infrastructure Unit and collaborate with our team of engineers, designers, and librarians in developing front-end web applications. The successful candidate will engage in the design, implementation, testing, and maintenance for the Libraries' growing portfolio of websites and web applications, and will participate in planning for future development, taking into account newly available technologies to enhance the growth and effectiveness of the Libraries' expanding web presence.
Responsibilities:
- Primary responsibilities include designing and developing front-end websites and web-application software
- Write clean, reusable, optimized HTML , CSS , and JavaScript code and libraries
- Collaborate with Library faculty and other stakeholders to design, build, and manage web sites; work in cross-functional teams within ITS and other units
- Maintain professional growth by keeping abreast of emerging technologies; analyze new technologies and make recommendations for improvements
- Help plan and set the course for upcoming projects
The Web Development Engineer may serve on Library committees as appropriate.

Required Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in computer science, computer engineering, information science, or a related field, or a Bachelor's degree with comparable professional experience from and accredited institution.
- Expert-level proficiency and proven experience with web markup and adherence to web standards
- Demonstrated skill, understanding, and experience with client-side scripting
- Demonstrated skill, understanding, and experience with server-side CSS pre-processing platforms
- Proficient understanding of cross-browser/platform/device compatibility
- Proficient understanding and experience using Git for software version control
- Strong analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- Proven record of customer service excellence
- Ability to work independently and with initiative to identify and solve problems

Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficiency with Linux/ UNIX and the command line
- Expertise with build tools like Gulp.js or Webpack
- Experience using a JavaScript framework such as Ember, React, Vue, Angular, etc
- Experience with server-side technologies like Node.js or Ruby on Rails
- An understanding of best practices in search engine optimization and web analytics
- Experience working in an agile team environment
- Experience mentoring junior engineers



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