FULL STACK DEVELOPER

Req : 241023 Department: UNIVERSITY MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS Appointing Department Web Address: https://www.washington.edu/advancement/careers/ Job Location Detail: Hybrid - 2 days in office (Monday and Wednesday), 3 days telework Posting Date: 11/14/2024 Closing Info: Closes On 12/01/2024 Salary: $7,500- $8,334 per month Shift: First Shift Notes: description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701_a11y.pdf) An online portfolio/github will be requested as part of the recruitment process for this position. Please include a link in your resume or be prepared to share a link when the University Advancement Recruiting office reaches out. As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. For over 160 years, the University of Washington has been a hub for learning, innovation, problem solving and community building. Supporting this legacy and important public mission—with the goal of making the UW the world’s greatest public university, as measured by positive impact—guides everything we do in University Advancement (https://www.washington.edu/advancement/) . Bringing together development; alumni and stakeholder engagement; marketing and communications; and advancement operations, we advance the UW’s impact by developing meaningful connections that foster pride, advocacy and philanthropic support. The mission of University Marketing & Communications (UMAC) is to lead branding, marketing and communications efforts that advance the reputation, resources and relationships of the University. This starts with creating a culture of belonging within our organization that values the diverse experiences and expertise of our team members, allowing everyone to thrive and to contribute their unique talents as we strive to achieve our shared goals. University Marketing & Communications has an exciting opening for a Full-Stack Developer. This is a full-time, permanent position. The University of Washington’s web properties, including its centrally- and unit-managed websites, are a vital channel for communicating with the University’s many stakeholders. Located within University Marketing and Communications, the Web Strategy team creates, manages and supports many of the University's websites, including the University’s homepage. The team creates and maintains a cohesive and compelling online experience for visitors that advances our brand promise, and implemented in a manner that empowers internal stakeholders working within the UW’s communications model. To support that work, the Full-Stack Developer will build and maintain reusable integrations between WordPress and University systems that engage users with our content. They will lead large-scale change that improves user experiences by leveraging our infrastructure, frameworks and code to create memorable user journeys. What You Will Do: Building and maintaining engagement features – 70% • Plan, build and maintain connections between the University’s content tagging system, Content Management System (CMS) and centralized WordPress content. • Develop and maintain reusable integrations between WordPress and other University systems, leveraging internal APIs, platforms and other data sources. • Troubleshoot issues that arise, explore solutions to complex problems, and collaborate with team members and others to identify and develop new features and tools for use throughout the University. • Research, implement and maintain technologies, tools, components and features to support and integrate the UW’s web framework and other systems that embrace best standards and practices. • Effectively communicate technical solutions to stakeholders and gain buy-in for implementation. Front-end development – 25% • Develop high-profile sites and pages, and other public-facing sites, pages and online projects that promote the University’s priorities. • Work with designers, UX practitioners, content authors and key stakeholders to amplify stories about the University. • Develop and maintain themes, templates, plugins and other tools for the main University website and associated sites. • Identify existing and evolving technology to upgrade the design and information architecture of key websites. Work with designers and UX practitioners to create and implement designs. Other Duties – 5% • Participate in the campus web community, representing UMAC. • Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, engineering, programming, web development, information management, information technology, human-computer interaction or related field AND two years of experience in web development. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. What You Bring: • Working experience with WordPress API and CLI, theming and plugin development. • Working experience utilizing REST APIs and return formats (JSON, XML). • Working experience utilizing PHP development, Git, React and WordPress Blocks (Gutenberg). • Working experience with Linux environments, terminal commands and shell scripting. • Ability to troubleshoot and debug code and think critically to solve complex problems. • Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including effectively communicating technical solutions and reporting priorities and deliverables to peers and leaders. • Demonstrated ability to create, edit and document reusable, semantic, secure and accessible code (WCAG 2.1 Level AA or higher). • Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and responsive web design. • Working knowledge of Bootstrap and SASS. • Strong understanding of UX standards and/or Universal Design. • Familiarity with JavaScript run time environments, like node, package managers such as npm and Yarn, and automation tools including Gulp, Grunt and Webpack. • Familiarity with Google Analytics, SEO and digital marketing techniques. • Familiarity with MySQL or similar databases. • Familiarity with the latest Web techniques, technologies, languages and libraries. What You Can Expect: • Cubicle/Open workspace environment, which may result in additional or higher levels of noise and visual distractions. • Ability to work evening and weekend hours, as necessary, on short or limited notice. Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you log into your “My Jobs” page. If you choose to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. UWUAJOBS University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.