Web Architect

Subcategories:	Ontario
Job Category	Information Technology (IT)
Job Title or Project	Web Architect
Job Type	Full-Time Permanent
Minimum Education Required	College Diploma
Minimum Experience Required	3+ Years
Contact E-Mail	joann.dsouza@pearsoncanada.com
Contact Fax	416-447-0598
Description
Pearson is an international media company with world-leading businesses in education, consumer publishing and business information, focusing on education in the broadest sense of the word. It has more than 29,000 employees based in 60 countries, including 650 people in three locations across Canada. Pearson is home to many of the most respected and renowned publishing brands, including Penguin, Viking, Prentice Hall, Addison Wesley, Allyn & Bacon, and Longman. Our imprints have earned the trust of professionals, educators, students, and general readers alike for our commitment to quality, integrity and independence of thought. Through our Higher Education, School, and Penguin divisions, Pearson Canada distributes and publishes acclaimed fiction and nonfiction as well as leading educational resources in print and digital formats across the full Canadian curriculum. We are proud to publish bestselling and renowned Canadian authors in literature and children’s books, computers and business, as well as elementary, secondary and postsecondary education. Our innovative digital products, ranging from multimedia learning applications to interactive media, have made us leaders in value-added technology. www.pearsoncanada.ca The Media Solutions Department at Pearson Canada is currently recruiting for an organized and hard-working individual to assume the position of Web Architect. This is a full-time permanent position and will be based out of the Don Mills office. Job Summary: The position is responsible for the development and upkeep of the websites for the educational divisions (Higher Education & School). Major Responsibilities: •Develop and maintain websites (static and dynamic in various formats) •Manage the company intranet •Coordinate the development and production of various features and promotions •Consult with the editorial and marketing areas on content, design and updates •Apply optimization measures •Oversee external suppliers (e.g., web developers) •Make recommendations on appropriate new technologies •Provide technical advice and solutions to the publishing units Minimum Qualifications: •Diploma or degree in web technologies or digital media with 3-5 years progressive experience as a webmaster, web developer or web content manager •In-depth knowledge of HTML, CSS, Javascript, XML / XSLT •Hands-on programming experience with two of PERL, ColdFusion, PHP, or JSP is required (Programming examples are required) •Web-related database experience with Oracle or mySQL •Proficient in the use of Photoshop •Knowledge of Interwoven, Flash, and Flex are assets •Experience with Search Engine Optimization and data analysis is an asset •Knowledge of best practices for web programming, QA processes and version control •Experience with information and interface design •Knowledge of usability and accessibility issues •Highly organized and energetic self-starter with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment •Thorough attention to detail •Ability to take charge of solving a problem, from beginning to end •Adaptable and innovative team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills •Demonstrated leadership and project management abilities Candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, résumé and 3-5 URLs to represent their current work.
Contact Information
Contact:	Jo Ann D'Souza
Location:	Toronto, Ontario M3C 2T8 Canada
Telephone:
E-Mail:	joann.dsouza@pearsoncanada.com
Web Site:	http://www.pearsoncanada.ca/index.html