Front End Developer

WHO WE ARE:

We are RAPP - world leaders in activating growth with precision and empathy at scale.

As aglobal, next-generation precision marketing agencywe leveragedata, creativity, technology, and empathyto foster client growth.We champion individuality in the marketing solutions we create, and in our workplace. We fight for solutions that adapt to the individual's needs, beliefs, behaviors, and aspirations.

We foster an inclusive workplace that emphasizes personal well-being.

HOW WE DO IT:

At RAPP, our fearless superconnectors help tocreate value from personal brand experiences by focusing on three key areas: connected data, connected content and connected decisioning.

Our data analysts identify who that person is, our strategists understand what they want, and our award-winning technologists and creatives know how to deliver it - ensuring we're able to activate authentic customer connections for our clients.

Part of Omnicom's Precision Marketing Group, RAPP is comprised of 2,000+ creatives, technologists, strategists, and data and marketing scientists across 15+ global markets.

YOUR ROLE:

RAPP has a tradition that encourages entrepreneurial thinking, innovative solutions, and the conviction to executive. We seek individuals who thrive in fast-paced, problem-solving environments. We're looking for a talented Front-end Developer with a specialtyin Email to join our team of marketing technology pros. Our team builds digital solutions to support all aspects of external client and in-house marketing initiatives. These solutions include everything from emails, display, landing pages, complex analytics dashboards and mobile applications.

The applicant must have a strong working knowledge of the latest HTML, CSS, and JavaScript techniques for use in a variety of custom marketing executions.

The ideal developer should have experience using digital marketing platforms like Salesforce Marketing Cloud.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop & modify responsive email templates, display ads, landing pages & microsites.
• Solid understanding of IA/UI standards and trends across all devices and platforms
• Ensured adherence to industry regulatory guidelines and internal development standards.
• Partner closely with in-house designers, provide counsel on best practices for email layouts and formatting
• Design, code, test, debug and document projects according to the functional requirements
• Develop, maintain and support programs/tools for internal and external clients
• Analyze, diagnose, and resolve errors related to their applications
• Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as required
• Investigate operational or systematic problems and user queries as required
• Follow all department standards and methodologies
• Communicate effectively and clearly, in writing and orally, both in one-on-one and in group presentation situations
• An ability to develop innovative client-side interfaces using web standards
• Understand SEO best practices and implementation
• An understanding of modern (table-less) front-end coding as well as table-based coding with inline styles
• Deep understanding of all currentbrowsers/email clients and their idiosyncrasies (IE, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, Outlook, Gmail is a big plus)
• An ability to effectively work with creative team to translate visual designs and content into functional interfaces for clients

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3-5 years programming experience
• Bachelor's degree in CS or related preferred, not required
• 1+ years email-specific development experience
• Strong HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with any JS frameworks is a plus.
• Fluent with GIT version control and associated branching models.
• Experience with a template engine (Razor, GTL, Twig) is a plus
• Experience working with Content Management Systems
• Experience with QA tools such as Litmus or Email on Acid
• Experience with Email Service Providers (ESPs) such Salesforce Marketing Cloud/ExactTarget, Campaign Monitor, MailChimp), with advanced capabilities using the ESP scripting language (Ampscript, GTL, Server-side JS)
• Proven experience with modern web standards and cross-browser compatibility
• Photoshop proficiency required to manipulate assets.
• Experience with Figma is a plus.
• General understanding of layout and user interface design is nice to have
• Detail oriented, organized, and the ability to meet deadlines while working several projects simultaneously
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Self-motivated, a natural problem-solver, and a good communicator with a demonstrated ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously and work collaboratively in a team environment

Our Hybrid Work Model:

RAPP's current hybrid model is designed to enable in-person connections and collaboration that is core to our culture, while also supporting flexibility for all employees. As such, we have the option to work from home two days per week, if we'd like.

RAPP provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan. Benefits for this role include health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), stock options, Healthcare & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts, vacation, sick, and personal days and positive activism days, paid parental leave and disability benefits. For more information regarding Omnicom benefits, please visit www.omnicombenefits.com. A reasonable estimate of the salary for this role, at the time of posting, is $70,000 - $82,000 This range is specific to Dallas and multiple factors are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to: skill set, experience and training, certifications; etc. This is an exempt position. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.

"As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status."

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.