Junior Web Developer

Job ID: 2408591

Location: ALEXANDRIA, VA, US

Date Posted: 2024-06-28

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Web Design

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Minimum Clearance Required: Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI

Potential for Remote Work: No

Description SAIC is seeking a Junior Web Developer to support the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)) by providing website management and technical support. The role involves developing and maintaining website functionality, ensuring compliance with DoD regulations, and assisting with web-related projects. The position requires a minimum of one year of expertise in website design and development, with a strong focus on WordPress. This position is fully remote. Responsibilities:

• Frontend Website Development and Maintenance:

• Develop and refine site design and structure concepts within WordPress.

• Create and update HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code to enhance website functionality.

• Ensure compliance with DoD regulations, including Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.

• Coordinate the upload of files to the OUSD(R&E) and IR&D Innovation Marketplace websites.

• Conduct general content updates, changes, or deletions using WordPress.

• Backend Website Development and Maintenance:

• Work with development team in support of WordPress CMS Research, review, upload, deploy, update, and maintain WordPress applications.

• Work with the development in all stages of deployment through the GITHUB interface.

• Technical Support:

• Assist with the migration of websites to the cloud and other hosting environments.

• Troubleshoot and resolve website issues, ensuring optimal performance and security.

• Provide technical support for website-related requests from the R&E Front Office and other departments.

• Site Maintenance and Support:

• Archive old webpages and integrate new sites or redesigns.

• Add videos and upload content to DVIDS.

• Update and manage public, high-level social media accounts.

Qualifications Required Experience:

• Bachelors degree and 2 years or Masters degree and 0 years of expertise in website design and development.
• Proficiency in WordPress for website management.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Must be familiar with coding in PHP.
• Intermediate experience working in GITHUB

Clearance Requirements: - Holds an active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.

• US Citizenship required.

Key Skills/Desired Experience:

• Proficiency in WordPress, HTML, CSS, PHP, and JavaScript.
• Knowledge of DoD regulations and Section 508 compliance.
• Excellent troubleshooting and technical support skills.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clients and team members.
• Preferred experience in programming, web design, and database management for government/DoD organizations.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.