Web Designer/Developer

Palantir is seeking an experienced Web designer/developer for full time position with benefits and competitive salary to work on small and medium-sized Web sites and Web-based applications.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing and developing sophisticated user interfaces for Web browser-based applications and sites, using standards-compliant tools including HTML, CSS and Javascript
• Full-life cycle (design, development, quality assurance, implementation and support) involvement in assigned projects
• Coordinating with programming team during design integration and implementation
• Managing site proliferation, upgrades and content updates
• Participating in external and internal project meetings and contributing exciting, creative ideas as possible solutions for project strategy and architecture
• Maintaining production and standards documentation on design and support projects
• Consulting with other team members with respect to cost and time estimations, as well as, assisting with parts of the proposal writing and budgeting process
• Researching and applying emerging and best-practice online technologies, strategies, and techniques

Required skills:

• Expert knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. A successful candidate will be able to hand-code HTML in a text editor
• Strong understanding of HTML design capabilities and constraints of various platforms and browsers
• Knowledge of print publishing design and processes
• Knowledge of web usability standards and best practices in web interface design
• Experience with Section 508 Accessibility guidelines for web users with disabilities
• Strong proficiency using Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Homesite, Flash, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Understanding of server-side and database technologies, especially PHP and MySQL
• Development experience in both Windows and Mac environments
• Ability to estimate, prioritize and manage multiple projects in deadline-driven environment
• Expert problem solving a must
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and organizational skills

Experience and Education:

• This position requires a BA/BS in design, communications or a related area of study (preferred) or 5+ years of full-time experience
• 3-5 years of Web design and development experience

Please submit resume with cover letter, references and salary history/requirements as PDF attachment or pasted as text in the body of the e-mail to info [at] palantir.net. Qualified candidates should be able to provide a portfolio and reference URLs.