Job Description
Are you ready to launch a lucrative career in tech without the burden of expensive tuition?
Portland Digital Academy is seeking driven individuals to join our Paid Training Program for Junior Web Developers. We are not just looking for a resume; we are looking for potential. Our immersive curriculum combines classroom instruction with real-world project experience, ensuring you graduate job-ready. Join a community of innovators in the heart of the Pacific Northwest and transform your passion for technology into a sustainable, high-growth profession.
Why Join Us?
- Get Paid to Learn: No student loans required; receive a competitive stipend while you train.
- Modern Tech Stack: Master the industry standards including React, Node.js, and cloud deployment.
- Career Support: Dedicated career coaching and interview preparation to secure your first role.
- Networking: Connect with local tech leaders and alumni in the vibrant Portland tech scene.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with senior developers and designers to build responsive, user-friendly web applications.
- Write clean, semantic, and efficient code following industry best practices and accessibility standards.
- Participate in daily stand-ups, code reviews, and agile sprint planning to ensure project milestones are met.
- Debug and troubleshoot existing codebases to identify and resolve technical issues quickly.
- Assist in the integration of third-party APIs and frontend frameworks into web projects.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal tools and documentation.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.
- Fundamental understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (equivalent to a beginner coding bootcamp level).
- Demonstrated passion for learning new technologies and solving complex problems.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to writing high-quality, maintainable code.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.