Part-Time Graphic Designer

SOFT's client located in New York, NY ( Hybrid ) is looking for a Part-Time Graphic Designer for a long term contract assignment. Job Responsibilities: • Develop and implement custom modules in PHP/Drupal • Participate in daily meetings and regular planning and review sessions. • Provide accurate level-of-effort time estimates and provide recommendations for feature prioritization • Assist in release/deployment planning and execution activities • Create visually appealing web pages and interfaces • Create, edit or modify templates for CMS or web development frameworks • Test cross-browser, cross-platform, and/or cross-device compatibility • Test for compliance to standards, such as accessibility, in the clients' region or domain • Conduct observational user testing and review designs against usability heuristics Qualifications: • A Bachelor degree in Computer Science or a related field (or combined with related experience) • Understanding of HTML, JavaScript and CSS • Ability to communicate and work well with others • Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment, deadlines and new challenges • Knowledge of SEO coding best practices is a plus • Experience in web application development with minimum 2+ years' experience Drupal programming experience • Knowledge and/or advanced level PHP5, MySQL and HTML/CSS/AJAX/ JavaScript Knowledge and/or advanced experience with Drupal architecture, best practices, and coding standards • Experience with object-oriented design and data modeling • Familiarity with user experience design principles and processes • Experience with third-party applications/tools and integration • Knowledge of web application security considerations • Working knowledge of Web servers (Apache, IIS) • Experience with source/version control systems • Excellent verbal/written communication skills and strong time management and analytical/problem solving abilities. Ability to Commute: • New York, NY (Required)