Position Purpose:

The job-holder takes responsibility for both front-end and back-end web development.

Job Responsibilities:

· To code the current alfa.com site into Python/Django, then to maintain and continually improve.

· The management and development of our back-end database and applications.

· Provide technical planning, development and, as we work through this transition, and then on all future requirements in alignment with our marketing strategy and online campaigns.

· Be involved with the developing strategy of how we best utilize the alfa.com site and provide our customers with the best possible online experience.

· Continually improving and developing new pages and content on alfa.com in line with our marketing strategy and campaign requirements.

· Write well-structured, re-useable scripts and code. Be an advocate for programming best practice and standards.

· Be familiar with graphic design tools such as Illustrator and Photoshop, and be able to develop front-end HTML interfaces from provided graphical comps

· Advise the Marketing Technologies Supervisor on strategic and tactical marketing technology issues.

· Install, customize, update and maintain corporate internal and external web pages and sites.

· Coordinate and communicate cross-functional activities between product development, marketing, product management and other teams in bringing new applications online.

· Helping grow our database to meet our needs, while all the time focusing on good database design, extensibility and scalability

· Work with marketing staff and developers to create a consistent and compelling visual style for the Alfa Aesar website.

· Understand and comply with all IT policies, especially with regards to security matters.

Essential Skills and Experience:

· Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or related field.

· Experience in Python/Django web development in industry is desirable.

· Strong skills in Python/Django, HTML, CSS, JavaScript

· An innovative problem solver, with strong analytical and process skills.

· Demonstrated project management and tracking experience.

· Ability to perform effectively with a minimum of supervision.

· Good communications skills in English

· Relevant database and application experience

Quality Responsibilities:

· Observes all departmental and Quality System procedures and work instructions.

· Supports Alfa Aesar’s commitment for continuous improvement by documenting process improvement opportunities thorough the Quality System.