Getting an Entry Level Position as a Front End Developer in Milwaukee
What Job Seekers Need To Know to Work at iNET Web
Whether you’re a recent graduate with a specialization in front end web development, or still in school and unsure about which path to take, the number one question you’re likely asking yourself is “Will I be able to get a job in this field?”
Yes, of course you will!
Unlike degrees in Art Therapy or Ancient Western Asian Studies, course work in front end web development enables you to actually do something useful with your life—and get paid well for it!
Why would you want to be a front end web developer?
Chances are you already have your reasons. If for some reason you’re still on the fence, though, here are a few reasons worth considering:
One great thing about working in web development is how egalitarian it is. You don’t need connections to get a foot in the door, and you don’t need a Masters degree from an Ivy League university to advance in this field. All that matters is your skills. If you can do the work, you can get hired and move up the pay scale.
Why iNET Web Is a Great Place to Start Your Career as a Front End Developer
1. iNET Web doesn’t expect you to know every single thing when you walk in the door. What you don’t know you will learn on the job from other developers. If you have a good command of the basics, you’ll will learn and grow as you work here.
2. You're familiar with the term "boot camp," right? Yes, the work will be hard and there will be times your brain feels like mush by the end of the day, but the rewards make it all worthwhile. Those who make a career at iNET are at the top of their games.
3. iNET Web isn’t going out of business. We’ve been around for over 20 years now and we are on a solid growth trajectory. You don’t need to worry about us losing a big account and handing out pink slips to half our staff. It just doesn’t happen here.
4. Do you hate the hassle of driving downtown and paying for parking? Our location in Waukesha may not be the most glamorous, but traffic is bearable and we have a huge parking lot where you can park for free.
What You Need to Know to Get Hired as a Front End Developer
It should go without saying, but we’ll say it anyway: You’ll need to have good design skills. Coding is great, but we like websites that also look nice. No template based site designs here, either. Everything is custom designed, so you can really push your creativity.
As far as educational background, we look for candidates with a BS in computer Science, Web/Mobile Development, or Visual/UX Design. On the skills side, you’ll need to be able to write code—specifically, the three languages web browsers understand:
- HTML 5
- CSS 3
- Javascript
Additionally, it would help to know:
- Adobe Photoshop
- Responsive web design
- CSS preprocessors (such as Sass and Less)
- Familiarity with build systems (with Gulp or Grunt, for instance)
There’s plenty more you’ll need to know as you progress in your career, but having a good command of the basics outlined above will get your foot in the door. We’ve done very well bringing up talent with just foundational skills.
To succeed at iNET Web, you also need to be able to get along with others and have a good work ethic. If you’re looking for a place where you can spend 30 minutes playing foosball or take an hour and a half lunch, iNET Web isn’t for you. We go full-bore, pedal to the metal so we can all leave at a sensible hour and have a life.
Is There a Place for You at iNET Web?
Because iNET Web is constantly growing, we often have openings for front end web developers. Even if there’s no position available at the moment, we’ll keep your application on file and get back to you if something matching your skills and experience comes up.
