Front End Developer at Sask DLC

Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Sep, 26

Salary

37.05

Posted On

01 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HTML5, CSS, Responsive Design, JavaScript, Git, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Bootstrap, Laravel, Statamic, LMS Maintenance, SIS Maintenance, API Integration, Network Diagnostics, UI Design, Technical Documentation

Industry

Education

Description

Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre requires 2 permanent full-time Front End Developers. The position can be located in Saskatoon, Regina or Kenaston. Sask DLC is a Treasury Board Crown Corporation, created to deliver high-quality and equitable online learning programs to students across the province. Sask DLC’s head office is located in Kenaston, with an administrative office in Regina, and regional campuses located in Estevan, Kenaston, La Ronge, Moose Jaw, Meadow Lake, Nipawin, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon, Swift Current and Yorkton. Scope In-scope – CUPE Level 8 Reports To Executive Director of Information Support Summary Reporting to the Executive Director of Information Support, this position will work with multiple teams to ensure the branding and design of the online personality of the Sask DLC meets current standards. Primary Responsibilities • Build, design, and maintain all websites and software applications, including the organization’s social media platforms. • Design, write, and edit a variety of organizational print material including brochures, presentations, promotional materials, and website elements. • Understands user interfaces, cross-browser compatibility, and general web functions and standards. • Create solutions for identified problems or bugs. • Execute assignments with the use of web applications. • Develop and validate test routines to ensure the quality of the external and internal interface. • Plan and deliver software platforms and products across multiple organizational units. • Familiar with CSS frameworks such as Bootstrap and web CMS such as Larvel and Statamic. • Evaluate written code to ensure it meets industry standards and is compatible with all devices. • Maintain a professional understanding of web development by tracking trends and participating in study groups. • Support, Maintain LMS system including core system upgrades and plug in maintenance. • Support, Maintain SIS system including system improvements and maintenance. • Support, Maintain registration system including API, form building, and maintenance with IT team. Required Education and Experience • Ability to create and maintain technical documentation. • Knowledge of modern HTML/CSS: semantic HTML5, modern CSS (Flexbox, Grid), responsive design, cross-browser compatibility. • Web APIs & Browser Features: familiarity with Fetch/XHR, localStorage/IndexedDB. • Version Control with Git workflows (feature, branches). • Experience using design software such as Photoshop, InDesign, and Adobe Suite. • The successful candidate will demonstrate their ability to be an effective problem solver with excellent oral and written communication skills and strong organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment. • Hands-on experience with network diagnostics. • Familiarity with creating user-friendly and easy-to-navigate web pages that are optimized for all devices. • Typically, the knowledge, skills and experience required to be successful in this position would have been obtained through successful completion of bachelor’s degree in computer science or graphic design plus 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Employment Conditions • Office environment/setting. • Typical core office hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) Monday to Friday. • Travel as required. • As with all positions, the Front-End Developer, demonstrates an attitude of safety by always ensuring safety of self and others within the workplace. WHAT WE OFFER Sask DLC offers a competitive salary (Level 8 $33.26/hr. to $37.05/hr.) and benefits for this position will be in accordance with C.U.P.E. 5544 Collective Agreement September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2027. TO APPLY: INTERESTED APPLICANTS ARE INVITED TO COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION BY CREATING AN ACCOUNT IN UKG. CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO INCLUDE A RESUME WITH COVER LETTER AND CONTACT INFORMATION FOR AT LEAST THREE PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES. ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS POSITION CAN BE DIRECTED TO: HUMAN.RESOURCES@SASKDLC.CA POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL JULY 14, 2026. *THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A SATISFACTORY CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK (VULNERABLE SECTOR) AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT. *WE THANK ALL THOSE WHO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION; HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

Responsibilities

Build, design, and maintain the organization's websites, software applications, and social media platforms to ensure branding standards are met. Support and maintain critical systems including the LMS, SIS, and registration systems.