Web Developer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Design, develop, and manage the websites for the Glasscock School.

• Implement and oversee content management systems.

• Assess third-party modules for functionality, accessibility, security, and ease of maintenance.

• Execute specific website administration tasks for current clients.

• Ensure optimal technical performance of web servers and sites.

• Create web pages and tools for Rice websites utilizing core technologies.

• Develop or modify clean, well-structured, SEO-friendly, and documented code.

• Provide technical expertise in both front-end and back-end web development.

• Support web infrastructure through end-user assistance, application maintenance, product evaluation, back-end development, and internal management tools.

• Interpret website designs and layouts in a creative, modern, and integrated fashion.

• Maintain a consistent appearance across various devices and browsers.

• Optimize online content and collaborate with the content manager on animated GIFs, buttons, emails, and landing pages.

• Collaborate with site architects to develop and document functional specifications based on stakeholder needs.

• Assist in the implementation of the lifecycle.

• Aid in the development and deployment of CMS upgrade and migration strategies.

• Standardize and systematize routine reports, dashboards, and metrics.

• Test prototype software and take part in approval and release procedures.

• Carry out other assigned responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Two (2) years of relevant professional experience in web development.

• U.S. work authorization is required.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to develop web content management systems.

• Proficiency in creating complex websites and web applications using open-source tools, languages, libraries, and standards-compliant code.

• Familiarity with web content development and cloud services.

• Expert knowledge of front-end development languages along with hand-coded HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

• Understanding of web standards and usability practices.

• Expert knowledge of content management systems like Drupal, including their installation and configuration.

• Capability to write, compile, test, debug, and deploy software.

• Knowledge of web analytics tools and their associated analyses.

• Ability to design and manage relational databases.

• Capability to design and implement web services.

• Ability to positively interact and build consensus among diverse colleagues, clients, and senior leadership.

• A cover letter and resume are required in PDF format.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement within the United States.

• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.

• An inclusive and supportive work environment.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.