Web Developer

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.

Compensation: $80,000 to $95,000 annually based on experience and location

This position works PST Hours

Application Deadline: June 23, 2025

Benefits:

Academy of Art University offers full-time employees health insurance, 401k options, paid vacation based on years of service (15 days' accrual at start), paid holidays, paid sick leave and a commuter benefit program. The Academy also offers full-time employees an opportunity to take one undergraduate course tuition free each semester.