Web Developer, Internship, (Remote)

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Job Summary:

Canonical is a software company that markets commercial support and services for Ubuntu and related projects. They are seeking a Web Developer who is passionate about web standards and enjoys collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to create high-quality web applications.

Responsibilities:

• You'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 pages
• You'll manage incoming requests for updates and liaise with or delegate to other people as necessary
• You'll ensure the standard of our output remains high and consistent across our whole product portfolio
• You'll ensure new pages are published according to specification and in compliance with our web style guide
• You'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.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Demonstrable experience of work on modern web applications
• A strong understanding of HTML, CSS with SCSS and JavaScript
• Experience with Javascript components libraries
• Experience with TypeScript
• Experience with responsive user interfaces for a wide range of devices and browsers
• Experience with Git or other version control systems
• Awareness of SEO best practice
• Consideration of accessibility in all aspects of your work
• A strong understanding of web performance in complex user interfaces
• Ability to interact with UX, designers and server-side developers
• Curiosity about technology and a thirst to learn
• Based in EMEA timezones (Europe, the Middle East and Africa)
• University degree or equivalent education

Preferred:

• Familiarity with Linux desktop technologies
• Server-side languages, such as Python or NodeJS
• Experience working on a large scale React (with TypeScript) project
• A history of open source contributions
• Relevant work experience

Company:

Canonical, the publisher of Ubuntu, delivers trusted open source for everyone and provides security, support and services to enterprises. Founded in 2004, the company is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage. Canonical has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships.