Web Developer
Purdue University - West Lafayette, Indiana, United States, 47907![Purdue University](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Enrollment Management Strategic Communications and Initiatives is looking to add a Web Developer to assist with developing and maintaining the university's top-trafficked websites (admissions, registrar/commencement, financial aid). This role requires knowledge and skills in web programming languages like PHP, HTML5, and CSS3. The ideal candidate will have experience in content management systems (CMS) like WordPress and Cascade and an understanding of responsive and adaptive design. The Web Developer will work closely with the Associate Director of Communications, creative team members, project managers, and cross-functional team members who focus on managing the CRM (Slate). This role must be detail-oriented and have strong time management skills to work efficiently alongside other team members.
This is a remote position.
About Us:
When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we've been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.
What We Are Looking For :
Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:Bachelor's degree in a corresponding field related to computer science or web development.An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.Minimum 2-3 years' web content and/or web programming experience.Minimum two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience related to web development preferred.Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other web development technologies.Familiarity with web development frameworks and tools like React, Angular, Vue.js, Git, and Node.js.Experience with web content management systems (CMS) and platforms such as WordPress and Cascade.Team coordination experience in a business environment.Experience building user interfaces for websites and/or web applications.Understanding of web standards, browser performance, and brand consistency across web properties.Skills needed:
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot and resolve website-related issues.Ability to take direction from team members on various projects with strong attention to detail and time management skills.Good communication skills, both written and verbal, and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.Continuous learning mindset and willingness to stay updated with the latest web development trends and technologies.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks, and work independently, as well as part of a team with a commitment to detail and accuracy.Ability to make timely updates to websites to improve performance, fix broken links and images, and improve page load speeds.Passion for web development with a commitment to growing your skills and knowledge.What is helpful:
Experience building user interfaces for websites and/or web applications.Understanding of web standards, browser performance, and brand consistency across web properties.Familiarity with website accessibility standards and guidelines.
What We Would Like You to Know :• All new hires will be expected to follow Protect Purdue• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position• A background check will be required for employment in this position• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Career Stream
Professional 2Pay Band S065Job Code#20003640
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php
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