We are building new technologies to help students learn the toughest subjects in college, by combining game-based learning, three-dimensional interactives, augmented reality, and data analytics.
We are looking for a developer who is comfortable with both front and back end programming. This programmer would be responsible for developing and designing front-end web architecture, ensuring responsiveness of applications and working with graphic designers and game programmers for web design features.
Responsibilities:
- Developing front-end website architecture.
- Designing user interactions on web pages.
- Developing back-end website applications.
- Creating servers and databases for functionality.
- Ensuring cross-platform optimization for mobile devices.
- Ensuring responsiveness of applications.
- Working alongside graphic and game designers for web design features.
- Seeing through a project from conception to finished product.
- Designing and developing APIs.
- Meeting both technical and customer needs.
- Keep current with developments in web applications and programming languages.
Requirements:
- Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent work experience).
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Proficiency with fundamental front-end languages such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Familiarity with JavaScript frameworks such as NodeJS, React, and BabylonJS.
- Proficiency with server-side languages such as Python, Ruby, Java, PHP, and .Net.
- Familiarity with database technology such as MsSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, and Firebase.
- Good problem-solving and communication skills.
- Love of games and learning.
- Ability to work in a dynamic startup environment.
- Knowledge of chemistry and physics is a huge plus!
You will be part of a close-knit team, collaborating with game designers, educators, researchers, graphic designers, and data scientists to build next-generation educational products incorporating the best practices of commercial game design with educational content.
This position is for our office in Troy, MI. Benefits include a competitive salary, health care, and 401k.
