Web Developer
Zimmer Communications - Columbia, Missouri, United States, 65201Work at Zimmer Communications
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Overview
If you're interested in creating a user-friendly environment by writing code and moving forward in your career, then this job is for you. We expect you to be a self-starting professional who is curious about new digital technologies, communicates well and aspires to combine usability with visual design.
Ultimately, you should be able to create a functional and attractive digital environment for our company, ensuring great user experience.
Responsibilities:
Use markup languages like HTML and CSS and content management systems to create user-friendly websites
Maintain and improve new and existing websites
Optimize websites for maximum speed
Ensure all internal and client websites meet ADA compliance
Track analytics for both internal and client websites
Stay up-to-date on new and emerging technologies
Review designs created by Art Director; ask any necessary clarifying questions before starting on work
Write code to implement those visual elements into various web applications
Identify and troubleshoot various website issues and coding problems
Meet tight deadlines as required
Communicate with team members about current projects
Requirements and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Web Development or relevant field
Thorough experience with the following languages: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (vanilla and jQuery), PHP
Some experience with database management and SQL/MySQL
Some experience with Bootstrap framework
Proficient in building and maintaining websites built in WordPress (including theme and plugin development)
Some experience with RESTful APIs
Some experience with GitHub or similar source management
Basic understanding of design software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
Portfolio or samples of past work and projects
Understanding of the entire web development process from design to deployment
Custom theme development
Familiarity with browser testing and debugging
Understanding of layout aesthetics and basic design
Knowledge of basic SEO principles
Familiarity with software and content management systems
Strong understanding of cross-browser/cross-platform compatibility and responsive web design
Experience with Linux in regards to server administration is preferred
Experience with Elementor page builder is preferred
Compensation/Benefits:
Excellent benefits including a 401K, medical packages including optional dental and vision
Vacation accrual from day 1
Paid holidays
On-going training both in group meetings and individual one-on-one support
Recognition awards
Zimmer Communications is an equal opportunity employer.