Job: Web Standards Technology Expert

The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) is looking for a new, full-time staff member to be located at Beihang University in Beijing, where W3C currently has its China Host, to assist, as team contact, W3C Working Groups developing technical specifications in the fields of Ubiquitous Web or Technology and Society.

This is an opportunity for a unique individual to be part of the team responsible for the design of next generation World Wide Web Technologies and to lead a variety of industry and user groups toward the development of technologies that enhance the functionality of the Web. As the recognized leader for the technical development of the World Wide Web, we are seeking an individual with both Web technology and project management experience, an excellent understanding of the Web industry, and enthusiasm for the mission and spirit of W3C.

Responsibilities

The individual will work within standard groups to edit specifications, develop change proposals, monitor progress, reach out to different stakeholders, produce tests, and to respond to clarification requests, bugs and issues.

We would welcome candidates with specific technology or business skills such as:

• Web of Things (WoT)
• Automotive
• Mobile Web
• Digital Marketing
• Social Web
• Security
• Privacy

Generic Skills Required

• Bachelors Degree or higher
• Background in computer science and software engineering;
• An understanding of the Web industry and its market, practices, and product development cycles;
• Familiarity with up-to-date Web technologies, such as HTML, CSS, Web APIs and Scripting;
• A Team player with good communication / interpersonal skills
• Ability to work remotely and effectively is required;
• Experience with the development of open information technology standards is desired;
• Ability to travel internationally is required
• Good written and spoken competency in the working language of the W3C, i.e., English, as well as in Chinese is required;
• Strong writing skills required, with past experiences in editing technical specifications a plus;
• Knowledge and practical experience of other languages and cultures is a plus

Work starts 1 August 2015

The Position is based at the School of Computer Science & Engineering of Beihang University, No.37 Xueyuan Road, Haidian District, Beijing. There will be regular international travel including to W3C Host sites, and regular remote work with the Working Groups and the W3C Global staff.

To apply, please send a motivation letter, your resume or CV and (if at all possible) copies of your Diplomas (including High School or equivalent) in electronic form to <team-beihang-position@w3.org>.