Data Visualization Developer

• Full Time
• Berkeley, CA
• Posted 1 year ago
• Applications have closed
  
  

Website Schmidt Center for Data Science and Environment at UC Berkeley

We’re thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity to become a vital part of our team as a Data Visualization Developer. If you’re passionate about design, storytelling, and making complex data accessible to everyone, this could be the perfect role for you!

At DSE, we believe in the power of design and storytelling to bring data to life. We’re dedicated to making our research and analysis accessible and empowering for all audiences. That’s why we’re on the lookout for a talented individual who shares our passion for user-centered design and is ready to explore the creative possibilities of data visualization and storytelling.

• Passion for User-Centered Design: You’re someone who understands the importance of listening to our audience and refining our work based on their needs and feedback.
• Technical Skills: You have experience in front-end development, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for creating engaging user interfaces. Your keen eye for aesthetics and commitment to accessibility will be invaluable in creating visually stunning and inclusive data visualizations.
• Curiosity and Creativity: You have a fierce curiosity to critically examine how data is interpreted and a desire to push the boundaries of what data visualization can achieve. Above all, we’re looking for someone who brings creativity and a willingness to learn to the table.
• Collaborative Spirit: You’re able to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization to discuss needs, design, and functionality. Your ability to create prototypes and mockups will be essential in bringing our data visualization projects to life during direct co-iteration / co-design with multi-disciplinary stakeholders.
• Advocate for the Environment: You care about protecting our planet, value work that impacts environmental health, and have a strong interest in learning about environmental issues and creatively thinking about solutions.
  
  

We’re looking for people with creativity, passion, and teamwork. You’re encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn’t fully match the job description. We seek diverse perspectives and people who step outside of the box. We are committed as a team to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. When applying, be sure to showcase your work and include a few ways for us to see your creativity in action. Whether it’s portfolio samples, projects you’ve worked on, Processing sketches, interesting D3 experiments, or anything else that demonstrates your skills and passion for data visualization, we want to see it!