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Frontend Developer

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada .
full-time . August 29, 2024

Description

FRONTEND DEVELOPER


The Influence Agency is a growing marketing agency that specializes in Influencer Marketing, Community Management, Content Strategy & Development, Paid Media, Web Design & Development, SEO, Paid Search and much more!

In this role, you will be joining a team of designers and developers working within the PMO department. Your primary responsibilities are the development of new WordPress and Shopify websites as well as the development of landing pages on pre-existing builds

TEAM MEMBER TRAITS


Personal Characteristics 
  • Cares greatly about their clients, coworkers, and self
  • Highly empathetic, positive, respectful, and competitive
  • Open-minded, inclusive, and trustworthy
  • Hard-working, prompt, organized, effective, detailed, and has a meticulous follow-up
  • A passion for learning and improving
  • A natural problem solver that identifies solutions
  • Sense of humor
  • Ability to think quickly and learn fast
  • Is a team player but also knows how to work independently

Abilities & Skills:
  • 3+ years of experience in developing and maintaining websites
  • Proficient in WordPress and Shopify development
  • Experience in building custom WordPress and Shopify themes 
  • Advanced knowledge of HTML, CSS, JS, PHP and Liquid.
  • Basic knowledge of libraries like Sass, Tailwind, Bootstrap etc. 
  • Working knowledge of React
  • Basic knowledge of back-end frameworks such as Node.js
  • Familiar with SQL database 
  • Understanding of deployment processes with cpanel, FTP, Kinsta
  • Comfortable working with GitHub across teams
  • Comfortable with QA
  • Ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot effectively.
  • Working to a project timeline, hitting deadlines and dealing with ad hoc tasks efficiently
  • Ability to scope hours and timelines for incoming development tasks
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for collaboration with other developers and team members across other departments

Nice to Have:
  • Website portfolio showcasing a range of projects across WordPress and Shopify
  • GitHub profile or a specific repository showcasing your projects
  • SEO Knowledge
  • Familiarity with AODA compliance
  • Experience with Google products such as analytics and ads
  • HTMLx knowledge
  • DevOps experience

Qualifications:

We value skills and experience over formal education. You might be a university graduate in computer science or someone self-taught with a knack for meeting daily technical challenges. We're looking for individuals with 3+ years of experience in website development.

Key Responsibilities


  • WordPress and Shopify website development & support
  • Landing page development within various CMS
  • Managing website hosting
  • Implementing tracking codes

About The Influence Agency


The Influence Agency is a team of digital marketing professionals that specialize in custom Creative Programs. Our team is composed of passionate, talented, creative, and hard-working people that support each other, and put our clients first. We know the work we do matters, and we enter every day with a sense of purpose.

CULTURE


Our office culture is one of challenging work and fun. The office features an arcade machine with over 30,000 games, a cinema room, and a vibrant staff that enjoys positive energy and laughter. Everyone is encouraged, enabled, and recognized for implementing their own innovative ideas. 

We hold office events, socials, and go to different industry-related events. We are looking for new teammates that complement our existing culture, and have the ability to maintain a positive attitude and sense of humour while managing the pressures of client work.

We continue to strive to have a workforce that is representative of the diverse population in the GTA. Respecting all cultures and backgrounds is at our core and we encourage people from all walks of life to apply.

If you enjoy a corporate environment with tight oversight and hovering management, this is not the right role for you. We are looking for individuals that appreciate mentorship and support, but also have the attitude of a self-starter.

The Influence Agency office is located on Sterling Road in Toronto.

Progressive Compensation


  • Competitive base salary + commission opportunities
  • A thriving team member has the opportunity to see growth in their personal development and career
  • We would like our team members to have a defined career path to grow internally with incentives for professional growth
  • An additional $1000 / year can be put towards industry/work-related education.
  • Free parking at the office
  • We offer full health benefits and RRSP matching after the probationary period
  • 4 weeks vacation + extended break over Holiday Season + extended long weekends
  • All the equipment you need to be able to work at home comfortably

Know someone who would be a perfect fit? Let them know!