Happy Christmas from Lightbox!

Wishing you all a very Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year from all of us here at Lightbox!

Java Web Developer role available

We are currently hiring a java web developer to join the team. Working with our designers and other software developers you will be responsible for the technical output of our client projects.
We are looking for a motivated self starter with at least 2 years experience in a similar role.
An undergraduate or post graduate qualification in computer science or equivalent is essential.

Necessary technical skills:

• Java/JSP
• Grails
• Spring
• Hibernate
• mySQL
• XHTML/CSS
• Javascript/Jquery/Ajax
• XML/XSLT
• Linux server administration
• Subversion CVS

Experience in some or all of the following would be a distinct advantage:

• Lucene
• Struts
• iPhone/Android application development
• PHP

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to work independently
• Excellent client facing and communications skills
• Highly motivated and detail-oriented
• Good team player
• Possess strong problem-solving abilities
• Be able to handle fast paced and challenging environments

This is a permanent role but we are open to discussing contract opportunities.
We do not need the assistance of agencies at this time.

Lightbox are hiring – Junior Web Designer role available

Lightbox are looking to recruit a junior designer to join our growing team. Working with our creative and development teams you will be responsible for producing cutting edge designs for our clients. You will have a third level qualification in a creative discipline – such as Multimeda, Digital Design – and an existing portfolio of work online. We are looking for someone who lives and breathes design and who has a passion for all things digital.

The following creative and technical skills are essential for this role:

• Very good knowledge of Photoshop/Illustrator/Flash/Fireworks
• Strong HTML/CSS/Javascript skills
• Excellent understanding of SEO/usability/accessibility and implications for design on the web
• Experience in online advertising/campaign/social media design e.g. Facebook pages, banner ads, micro sites etc
• Strong information design skills with experience in Visio/Axure for wireframes/prototyping

Interpersonal skills

• Excellent client facing and communications skills
• Highly motivated and excellent attention to detail
• Strong team player
• Be able to handle fast paced and challenging environments

If you think you fit the bill please send your CV to info@lightbox.ie along with a link to your portfolio.