Who we’re looking for…

We are looking for experienced developers who are passionate about technology and digital solutions. The sort of person we typically hire is smart, analytical, and passionate about online, and keen to grow and push boundaries.

Experience working with large companies (client or agency side) is a huge plus. Our team is driven by performance, and understand online marketing is marketing, but has a big technology component. If you want a fluffy agency, we’re not for you. We’re all about business results.

The Role

Based in our Auckland CBD office and reporting to the Head of Agency, you will take the technical lead for our clients, working alongside our fantastic team of smart online marketing consultants. This is a vital role as we expand our technology offering and are looking for someone who can work autonomously and make the role their own.

What You Will Be Doing

• Seeking to understand client business requirements
• Helping clients achieve their goals through the development of technology-based solutions
• Leading and implementing those solutions across multiple platforms
• Writing technical specifications where required
• Working with both internal and external teams.
• Delivering advanced Google Analytics implementations (we are a Certified Google Partner and you will gain access to partner-only tech forums and support channels).
• Implementing and managing conversion rate optimisation projects
• Front-end web development on leading CMS and eCommerce platforms
• Developing databases and microsites for performance marketing
• Helping clients develop and integrate social and mobile assets
• Many things from HTML coding for emails to using various APIs to develop custom apps and solutions.
• Troubleshooting and debugging.

You will have

• Amazing attention to detail
• A desire to achieve results through smart, iterative development & continuous testing
• A strong understanding of the development life cycle
• A couple of demo web applications or websites that show off your skills
• Basic design & graphic skills and ability to slice up design files ready for development
• Basic understanding of SEO principles
• Exposure to Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) concepts
• Undertaken Google Analytics Installations

You will have suitable commercial experience in:

• HTML5 / CSS3
• PHP / .NET
• MYSQL (intermediate)
• Flash ActionScript 2.0 and ActionScript 3.0 to create web banners and interactive content
• Developing for WordPress, Magento, Sitefinity or Kentico CMS platforms
• Managing Linux servers, Amazon S3, managing domains, FTP and SFTP clients
• Setting up and using local testing environments such as WampServer
• Exposure to AJAX, JavaScript and jQuery
• XML

Why Work for First Rate?

• Competitive package
• Young, smart team in the CBD
• We don’t just work, we also have fun: PS3, pool table, free fruit.
• A flat company structure where your voice can be heard
• We value and reward professionalism, excellence and results
• Smart company where you will learn and grow as much as you want to

To apply please send your CV to nzjobs@firstrate.co.nz

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