With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career!
ELS is hiring for the position of Application Developer in Plano, Texas.What you’ll do:
The Application Developer designs, develops and provides ongoing maintenance of consumer-facing and internal web applications. This position includes the transition of UI design wireframes into code that provides visual elements of applications, provides technical integration of graphical designs from web designers into web applications, supports and enhances the existing continuous integration and automated deployment environment, builds reusable codes and libraries for future use, optimizes web applications for maximum speed and scalability and collaborates with other team members to develop new user-facing features, server-side processes and enhancements to core application functionality.
Your job will include:
Develop and maintain server-side logic components for web applications (e.g., .NET, PHP, Java.)
Design and implement appropriate security and data protection functions.
Develop and maintain existing REIT endpoints and web services.
Draft standards for website and endpoint development.
Compare and contrast the company website to other leading travel and leisure websites and make recommendations with respect to new functionality or enhancements to existing functionality.
Complete special projects as necessary.
Experience & skills you need:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
3+ years of experience in website development, programming and analysis using Microsoft Office Suite development tools.
1+ year of experience in the development and maintenance of server-side application logic (e.g., REST endpoint and/or web services.)
1+ year of experience in the configuration and use of continuous integration platform (i.e., TeamCity) and automated deployment tools (e.g., Octopus, Deploy.)
1+ year of experience in the development and maintenance of applications in PHP, NodeJS and/or Java technologies.
Proficiency with advanced Javascript libraries and framework, including JQuery, JQuery Mobile and Angular JS.
Proficient understanding of web mark-up, including HTML5 and CSS, as well as OWASP security principles.
Solid understanding of asynchronous request, handling, partial page updates and AJAX.
Basic understanding of image authoring tools to crop, resize or adjust images.
Strong understanding of cross-browser compatibility testing tools, code versioning tools (e.g., GIT or Subversion) and responsive design principles.
Excellent communications skills and the ability to explain complex technical topics and procedures to technical and non-technical audiences.
In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401(k) employer match, and paid vacations, holidays, and sick time.
We invite you to visit our web site at www.equitylifestyleproperties.com for additional information regarding our exceptional resort communities.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3+ years of experience in website development, programming, and analysis using Microsoft Office Suite development tools
- 1+ year of experience developing and maintaining server-side application logic, including REST endpoints and/or web services
- 1+ year of experience configuring and using continuous integration platforms such as TeamCity and automated deployment tools such as Octopus Deploy
- 1+ year of experience developing and maintaining applications using PHP, Node.js, and/or Java
- Proficiency with advanced JavaScript libraries and frameworks, including jQuery, jQuery Mobile, and AngularJS
- Proficiency with HTML5, CSS, web markup, and OWASP security principles
- Strong understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX
- Basic understanding of image authoring tools for cropping, resizing, and adjusting images
- Strong understanding of cross-browser compatibility testing tools, code versioning tools such as Git or Subversion, and responsive design principles
- Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex technical topics to technical and non-technical audiences
What We Do
Equity LifeStyle Properties is a leading real estate investment trust (REIT) and operator of manufactured home communities, RV resorts, and campgrounds in North America. With over 50 years of experience, the company owns and manages a diverse portfolio of properties across 35 states and British Columbia, providing high-quality amenities and services to residents and guests in highly desirable locations.
