Monday, August 09, 2010

Vail Resorts - Web Developer

Broomfield, CO- Web Developer-Interactive Applications- Vail Resorts
Posted by: "Kathleen" kafoster2003@yahoo.com kafoster2003

Hi all-

Vail Resorts is looking for a Web Developer- Interactive Applications to join our IT Team. Please see below job description and visit our employment website, www.skijob1.com for more information or to apply.

To apply directly to this position, please visit https://vailresorts.taleo.net/careersection/external/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=100000.

Description:
Design, build, test, and maintain front end web applications within the Vail Resorts internet platform. This position will be primarily involved in the design and development of graphical user interface, front end technologies and applications.

Principle Responsibilities:
1. Work with Business and IT customers to design, build, test, and maintain internet applications for various VRI business units, including online marketing, central reservations, various mountain and lodging, brands, clubs, and retail.
2. Work to improve change control processes, quality processes, code repository standards and other development standards within VRI's technology ecosystem.
3. Interface with, manage, and periodically work as an embedded resource with VRI's various technology vendors.

Requirements:
2 - 4 years of experience designing, developing and testing front end technologies including
Browser Technologies
XHTML, CSS, XML, XSL/XSLT, JavaScript (jQuery), DHTML, AJAX, SEO, Accessibility, RSS/ATOM, PodCasts, etc.
JavaScript Frameworks
Flash / Flex
Programming Languages/Packages
ASP.NET, C#, ColdFusion, Wiki, Blogs, Forums, etc.
Content Management Systems
Sitecore, Ektron or similar .net based content management system is preferred.

Other Requirements:
Self motivated and able to work in an independent manner.
Proven leader in driving change to improve development processes and standards. Experience in multiple structured software development lifecycles, including waterfall and Agile. Four-year college degree; focus on engineering, computer science or creative design.
Excellent communication skills. Desire to learn and evolve front end technology skill sets, patterns, and methodologies.
Proven ability to collaborate well across functions and departments, to work as part of a team.


Preferred:
Experience integrating web front ends with content management systems. Experience with SQL Server Databases. Experience working in a consulting or agency atmosphere. Understanding of web services (WSDL, ASP.NET Services). Understanding of SOA, ESB Principles.
Passion for the travel industry, specifically resorts, skiing and snowboarding.


Please share with any others who might be interested. To view a complete list of available positions at Vail Resorts please visit www.skijob1.com. Thank you and enjoy the afternoon!