The Company:

optionsXpress is the leading online broker for the rapidly expanding equity options and futures markets. We are a dynamic financial services e-commerce company headquartered in downtown Chicago, Illinois. optionsXpress provides investors with powerful analytical tools, interactive education, superior order execution, live option commentary and integrated risk management. In seven short years we have built a dynamic, innovative company. Success like that doesn't happen without the best people and we're looking to add to our outstanding base of diverse, creative and exceptional talent. Why work for us? Everyone shares in the success through bonuses, stock options, meaningful merit increases and good benefits, along with ever-increasing opportunity to learn, grow and be recognized for your contributions. We hire the best and reward accordingly. If that fits your career goal, then we want to hear from you.

Job Description:

• Designs and codes superior technical solutions.
  
• Easily recognizes system deficiencies and implements effective solutions.
  
• Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
  
• Communicates and enforces coding standards
  
• Reviews work of team.
  
• Consistently delivers high-quality work
  
• Mentors those with less experience
  
• Suggests areas for improvement in internal processes along with possible solutions.
  
• Leads internal teams/task forces.
  
• Actively contributes to knowledge base.

Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s Degree from four-year University or similar training – ideally focused on art and/or design / programming

·         Minimum five years as a web designer for a creative firm/agency

• List of URLs/online portfolio.
  
• Familiarity with current trends in web design and online environments
  
• 6 months Usability, User Experience, and Interaction Design Experience 

Computer Skills Required:

·         XHTML, DHTML, CSS, JavaScript

·         Flash / Flex

·         AJAX

·         Photoshop and UI experience

optionsXpress offers competitive salaries, including incentive compensation, and an excellent benefits package and 401k plan. Interested applicants should e-mail their resumes with salary history to jobs@optionsxpress.com . Apply today!