Web Developer/Senior Web Developer

Brown University Web Developer/Senior Web Developer

Location: Providence, Rhode Island

The Web Developer/Senior Web Developer is responsible for assisting with planning, designing, coding, documenting, testing, and maintaining websites, web applications, and integrations in support of Brown's administrative and academic departments.

As a member of Brown’s developer community, the Web Developer/Senior Web Developer assists in establishing and promoting common development methodologies and tools to ensure all local systems integrate with the broader campus IT infrastructure. The Web Developer/Senior Developer collaborates with the team to promote standardization and efficiencies across the division and to maintain a secure and reliable computing environment aligned with OIT established standards and industry best practices.

A cover letter is required for you to be considered for this position.

Job Qualifications

Grade 9 - Web Developer

1. 1 - 2 years of related technical experience
2. Familiarity with developing and maintaining database-driven web applications
3. Experience working with open-source content management platforms (Drupal strongly preferred)
4. Experience with PHP strongly preferred
5. Familiarity with application development frameworks (Laravel strongly preferred)
6. Experience with Apache configuration management and general Linux administration strongly preferred
7. Experience with version control methodologies using Git
8. Experience with package/dependency management tools (i.e. Composer, npm, etc.)
9. Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker experience a plus)
10. Familiarity with continuous integration platforms (GitHub Actions strongly preferred)
11. Working knowledge of various relational database management systems; MySQL strongly preferred
12. Ability to understand non-technical users’ requirements in an academic environment and generate user-friendly solutions quickly within the context of departmental initiatives and division goals
13. Ability to work both independently and as a team member in a complex environment with competing demands
14. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with non-technical users throughout all phases of project design and implementation
15. Possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community

Grade 10 - Senior Web Developer

1. 2 - 4 years of related technical experience
2. Familiarity with developing and maintaining database-driven web applications
3. Experience working with open-source content management platforms (Drupal strongly preferred)
4. Experience with PHP strongly preferred
5. Familiarity with application development frameworks (Laravel strongly preferred)
6. Experience with Apache configuration management and general Linux administration strongly preferred
7. Experience with version control methodologies using Git
8. Experience with package/dependency management tools (i.e. Composer, npm, etc.)
9. Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker experience a plus)
10. Familiarity with continuous integration platforms (GitHub Actions strongly preferred)
11. Working knowledge of various relational database management systems; MySQL strongly preferred
12. Ability to understand non-technical users’ requirements in an academic environment and generate user-friendly solutions quickly within the context of departmental initiatives and division goals
13. Ability to work both independently and as a team member in a complex environment with competing demands
14. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with non-technical users throughout all phases of project design and implementation
15. Possess a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community

Successful completion of a criminal background check and education verification is required.

Benefits of Working at Brown

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Job Posting Title: Web Developer/Senior Web Developer

Department: Office of Information Technology

Grade: Grade 10

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5

Position Work Location: Providence, Rhode Island

Submission Guidelines

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University, you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

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