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Posted on 6/24/2024

Critical Mass

Critical Mass

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital experience design and marketing agency

Consulting
Consumer Software

Junior

San Jose, CA, USA

The job requires working from the office a minimum of 3 days a week at Critical Mass.

Category
Frontend Engineering
Web Development
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
JavaScript
Git
Quality Assurance (QA)
JIRA
Web Development
HTML/CSS
Requirements
  • English Proficiency (B2+ reading, writing, and conversation)
  • At least 1+ years of experience working with content management systems. Preferably: AEM
  • Knowledge of Cross-browser and Responsive development
  • Familiar with basic front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JS
  • Experience manipulating and administering website content
  • Familiar with JIRA or similar issue-tracking tool
  • Familiarity with data transfer formats popular in web applications (eg. JSON, XML)
  • BS in Computer Science, related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience is a plus
  • Knowledge of Agile methodologies is a plus
Responsibilities
  • Create or update content in the CMS (AEM, Sitecore, TeamSite) on basic HTML, CSS, and JS to ensure the pages accurately reflect the client's requirements
  • Works closely with Creative, Business, Technology, and QA teams to ensure quality and punctual web development
  • Implements technical solutions following the Capability’s best practices
  • Debugs or troubleshoots simple issues in existing web applications
  • Provide feedback on policies and procedures when an opportunity for improvement exists
  • May manage GIT repositories (Branches, merges, commits, etc.)

Critical Mass is a digital experience design agency that creates engaging digital solutions for clients in various industries, including automotive, finance, healthcare, and retail. The agency focuses on delivering tailored digital strategies, user experience (UX) design, and technology solutions. Their services encompass website design and development, digital marketing campaigns, social media management, and data analytics. Critical Mass stands out from competitors by emphasizing a collaborative approach, working closely with clients to co-create solutions that resonate with their target audience. The company aims to simplify complex digital challenges and provide user-friendly solutions while nurturing talent through programs like the Critical Mass Artist In Residence (CM AIR) and Trailhead.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$238K

Headquarters

Calgary, Canada

Founded

1996

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What believers are saying

  • Recognition by DesignRush as one of the best digital marketing companies in Canada highlights Critical Mass's industry leadership and credibility.
  • Partnerships with high-profile clients like BlackSquare and Diageo demonstrate the agency's ability to deliver striking and effective digital solutions.
  • Innovative programs like the artist-in-residence initiative with Shantell Martin foster a creative and dynamic work environment.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive digital marketing and advertising sector requires continuous innovation to maintain market position.
  • Dependence on project-based fees and retainers may lead to revenue volatility, especially during economic downturns.

What makes Critical Mass unique

  • Critical Mass excels in simplifying complex digital challenges through bespoke digital strategies and user-friendly solutions, setting them apart from more generalized digital agencies.
  • Their unique programs like CM AIR and Trailhead foster creativity and nurture emerging talent, providing a competitive edge in innovation and talent development.
  • A collaborative approach with clients and a deep understanding of digital trends enable Critical Mass to co-create impactful solutions that resonate with target audiences.

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Benefits

Professional Development Spending Account that can be used for conferences, courses, subscriptions, books

Competitive pay and benefits

Match charitable donations up to $100USD

Flexible, reasonable work-from-home arrangements whenever possible

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