Position: Junior Developer
Department: Digital Marketing
Reports to: Lead Developer
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Junior Developer will build and maintain custom websites for multiple stakeholders including the Vancouver Canucks Ticketing, Membership, and Corporate Partnerships, as well as the Abbotsford Canucks, the Vancouver Warriors, Aquilini Group, and Rogers Arena. The successful candidate will also implement and manage both custom and third-party web applications.
The incumbent isn't simply a developer, they think and breathe user experience and constantly scour the internet for ideas, new technology, and ways to improve the connection between the team, corporate partners, and fans. This role will focus on:
- Building and managing custom internet-based applications and products to support digital strategy and brand goals and initiatives (microsites, web pages, and articles on NHL CMS)
- Building and maintaining web pages using a variety of tools including the NHL’s proprietary CMS,
- Participating in usability tests and quality assurance for all web initiatives
- Developing and maintaining WordPress and Next.js sites across multiple business units
- Assisting with developing scope documents, projecting goals and requirements, and providing input towards practical solutions, ideas, and time estimation
- Writing both developer and stakeholder facing documentation to support new and existing web projects
WE HAVE:
- A team you can belong to and believe in
- A fun, high energy environment
- An open mind for new ideas
- The opportunity to embark on a career development journey
- Lots of fun staff events throughout the year
- Onsite gym and underground parking
YOU HAVE:
- At least two years of development experience
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in computer science or a related discipline
- Source control management using Git
- Experience with web frameworks including React, Next.js (JavaScript)
- Experience with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
- Experience deploying static sites and web apps to various platforms
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze current problems and implement solutions
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven ability to work under pressure while juggling multiple tasks
- Acute attention to detail
YOU MAY ALSO HAVE:
- Experience using WordPress and other CMS platforms including headless CMS’
- Database design, management, and coding (both SQL and NoSQL)
- Experience with UI or UX design or development
- Knowledge of integrating 3rd-party platforms via API’s, SDK’s, etc.
- Server management including VPS or virtualization using Docker, and an in-depth understanding of the Linux operating system
Vancouver is one of the most diverse cities in the world and Canucks Sports & Entertainment strives to create a workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and represents our beautiful, unique community. We value unique perspectives, ideas, and creativity that support a diverse, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. Canucks Sports & Entertainment is committed to building and supporting a diverse team.
This position will remain open until filled.