GENERAL SUMMARY
The IT Front-End Software Developer is responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of web and mobile applications that provide a great user experience for our students, faculty, and staff. The ideal candidate will have experience and knowledge of the entire web development life cycle, from design and analysis to testing and deployment. They will be able to develop easy-to-use, functional, and appealing websites and mobile applications with a focus on usability and performance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with product owners, engineers, and customers to define requirements.
- Create quality designs, prototypes, and mockups of websites and mobile applications.
- Develop, maintain, and modify websites and user interfaces using modern web programming languages.
- Develop UI elements using third-party software in addition to custom web pages.
- Routinely test user interfaces for ease of use, speed, and other quality factors.
- Troubleshoot complex problems and resolve any defects within the code.
- Work with APIs and support web integrations.
- Create innovative tools and solutions to enhance the user experience.
- Ensure delivered solutions meet or exceed accessibility standards.
- Ensure all solutions are fully responsive and optimized for various devices.
- Build themes and templates and work with Plug-Ins for Content Management systems.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide technical support and guidance to application users or end-users as needed.
- May perform other duties and responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
POSITION IN ORGANIZATION
REPORTS TO: Executive Director, IT Digital Solutions
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None
TECHNICAL, MANAGERIAL, & PEOPLE SKILLS REQUIRED
- Demonstrated a strong business acumen and the ability to work independently and across teams.
- Driven, self-starter who can collaborate across all levels and teams within an organization.
- Effective written and oral communication is a must.
- Ability to learn new languages and technologies; demonstrated resourcefulness and troubleshooting aptitude.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Undergraduate degree in computer science or at least 5 years of work experience in the relevant field.
- Proven experience as a Front-End Software Developer or similar role.
- Familiarity with agile/scrum development methodologies.
- Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Experience working with content management systems, such as WordPress.
- Experience working with cloud platforms, such as AWS.
- Experience with version control systems, such as Git.
- Knowledge of internal and external DNS and applying and renewing SSL certificates.
- UX Design and/or full-stack development experience a plus.
- Experience with MySQL, PHP, Python, Ubuntu, Nginx/Apache preferred.
- Experience with Google Tag Manager and Analytics preferred.
- Higher Education, Marketing, and E-commerce experience a plus.
- Experience working in an Agile development environment, a plus.
BUSINESS COMPETENCIES
- Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Being Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
- Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
- Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
- Innovation - Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
- Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment but may involve exposure to moderate noise levels. Work involves the operation of personal computer equipment for six to eight hours daily and includes physical demands associated with a traditional office setting, e.g., walking, standing, communicating, and other physical functions, as necessary.