Junior Web Developer - EMEA

This position is within the Canonical team, a fast-growing international software company. Joinrs AI's summary of the opportunity: Canonical seeks Junior Web Developers with a university degree in engineering, STEM, Computer Science IT or equivalent education, based in EMEA. You will create and maintain high fidelity websites and web apps, ensuring high standards and compliance with style guides. They offer an inclusive environment, learning opportunities, annual compensation review, recognition rewards, annual leave, and a Priority Pass for travel. The selection process will be fully managed by Canonical.-- Our mission is great open sourceIt is our mission to make open source software available to people everywhere. We create world-renowned software, impacting the lives of millions of people every day.The web team works in a multi-disciplinary environment with visual designers, UX designers and other developers to bring exciting new web projects to life. We help and learn from each other and constantly strive to improve both our work and our processes. Required skills and experienceDemonstrable experience of work on modern web applicationsA strong understanding of HTML, CSS with SCSS and JavaScriptExperience with Javascript components librariesExperience with TypeScriptExperience with responsive user interfaces for a wide range of devices and browsersExperience with Git or other version control systemsAwareness of SEO best practiceConsideration of accessibility in all aspects of your workA strong understanding of web performance in complex user interfacesAbility to interact with UX, designers and server-side developersCuriosity about technology and a thirst to learnBased in EMEA timezones (Europe, the Middle East and Africa)University degree or equivalent education Useful experience if you have itFamiliarity with Linux desktop technologiesServer-side languages, such as Python or NodeJSExperience working on a large scale React (with TypeScript) projectA history of open source contributionsRelevant work experience Who you areWe want a Web Developer who loves what they do. You are passionate about web standards and keep abreast of new developments in our industry. You always look for opportunities to improve your skills. You like to show off what you’re working on and also learn from others. You have strong attention to detail and value the design of a product as much as you value the code. You have strong communication skills and maybe even blog once in a while. You’re aware of the latest CSS techniques but also know the limitations that developing for a broad audience can bring - actually, you embrace the challenge. In this teamYou’ll create high fidelity websites and web apps using the latest incarnations of HTML, CSS (SCSS) and Javascript (React and TypeScript)You’ll help maintain existing projects including updating content and adding new pagesYou’ll manage incoming requests for updates and liaise with or delegate to other people as necessaryYou’ll ensure the standard of our output remains high and consistent across our whole product portfolioYou’ll ensure new pages are published according to specification and in compliance with our web style guideYou’ll participate in and contribute to our living style guide, Vanilla Framework.Work closely with UX designers and visual designers to implement exemplary user experiences. What we offerAn opportunity to help shape a company and products with a strong influence in the open source communityAn inclusive work environment within a team of friendly people with a broad range of skill sets, from UX designers to copywritersLearning and developmentAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual leavePriority Pass for travel We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity we will give your application fair consideration.