Web Developer

by | Jun 2, 2025 | Uncategorized

About the Role

Title: Web Developer

Location:  Home

Job Type: Full Time/Remote
Req ID: R0003795

Job Description:

Driven. Engaging. Innovative. Do these words motivate you? If so, then we want to talk with you. Academy of Art University offers a rewarding employment experience for those who excel in a dynamic environment and who can consistently deliver high-caliber customer service. We thrive on ingenuity and pursue ideas every day that lead to extraordinary opportunities for tomorrow. Apply here for your next career!

Academy of Art University is seeking an experienced Web Developer to develop and maintain responsive WordPress websites for the University. This is a Full-Time, Fully Remote position working under the direction of the Associate Vice President, Website Development & Digital Marketing.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Customize various WordPress themes and plugins to meet project requirements.
  • Ensure website performance, speed, and scalability.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and perform testing to resolve website issues.
  • Suggest viable solutions to resolve issues with existing software and web properties.
  • Implement fixes and modifications to front end code.
  • Collaborate with designers, content creators, and other developers.
  • Maintain up-to-date records of issues with existing code and propose potential improvements.
  • Keep up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies.
  • Implement SEO best practices and web accessibility standards.
  • Assist other developers in planning, implementation, and maintenance of marketing automation and other marketing technology.


Requirements:

  • 3-5 years of proven experience with WordPress development.
  • Expertise in front-end technologies including Twig, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery.
  • Familiarity with PHP and MySQL.
  • Strong understanding of UX/UI design principles.
  • Understanding of REST APIs and third-party integrations.
  • Demonstrated expertise in implementing and optimizing SEO strategies.
  • Working knowledge of FormAssembly.
  • Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of version control systems like Git.
  • Familiarity with web hosting environments and domain management.

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