Web Developer

Job Summary

What You'll Be Doing

• Design, code, test, and debug high-performance, responsive static and dynamic web pages, sites, and applications from prototype to production.
• Build robust front-end interfaces using HTML5, CSS3 (including preprocessors like Sass), and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Write clean, secure, and maintainable backend scripts, templates, and basic applications utilizing Python.
• Implement responsive design frameworks like Bootstrap, with an eye toward modern UI/UX trends and cross-browser compatibility.
• Integrate data from various backend APIs, services, and databases.
• Strictly implement WCAG 2.2 Level AA accessibility standards and adhere to established Purdue brand and visual identity guidelines.
• Conceptualize, design, code, and test highly responsive, accessible HTML marketing emails and templates from prototype to final campaign deployment.
• Collaborate with internal clients on targeted email communications to ensure exceptional visual layout, high deliverability, and flawless cross-client and mobile compatibility.
• Fulfill ongoing web support and content update requests from College of Engineering faculty, staff, and administration in a timely, helpful manner.
• Maintain clear, comprehensive system, project, and workflow documentation.
• Act as a quick, adaptable learner when working with legacy web systems (e.g., Zope) and play an active, hands-on role in helping migrate legacy systems to modern environments (such as Django and Wagtail).
• Leverage tools like Google Analytics 4 and Siteimprove to monitor, audit, and report on key website metrics.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Graphics Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, Web Design/Development, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in web design and development (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Must be an eager, rapid, and hands-on learner who is comfortable supporting legacy applications while actively transitioning to modern web architectures.
• Advanced practical knowledge of HTML5, CSS3 (including preprocessors like Sass), and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Proven experience building mobile-first websites using Bootstrap or similar responsive frameworks.
• Strong working knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA standards and semantic markup.
• Practical experience writing and debugging Python scripts; basic understanding of integrating web-based APIs and databases.
• Demonstrated understanding of page speed optimization, modern SEO practices, and asset optimization techniques (including image optimization/retouching using tools like Adobe Photoshop).
• Deep commitment to coding quality, security, privacy standards, and cross-browser/cross-platform compatibility testing.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a high standard for quality control.

Highly Desired & Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing and building complex websites within a higher education setting or a fast-paced agency environment.
• Experience working within strict corporate or institutional brand identity guidelines.
• Familiarity with Django and Wagtail, or experience preparing legacy environments for CMS migrations.
• Familiarity with modern JS libraries/frameworks (such as React) is a plus (not a hard requirement).
• Experience setting up and managing campaigns in email marketing tools (e.g., Delivra) and working with project management systems (e.g., Wrike or Jira).
• Experience tracking and reporting performance using Google Analytics 4, Google Tag Manager, and Siteimprove.
• Knowledge of and genuine interest in User Experience (UX), interaction design, and user-centered design principles.
• A strong passion for web development, curiosity about emerging technologies, and a drive to experiment, innovate, and continuously improve workflows.

About Us

Additional Information

• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
• A background check will be required for employment in this position.
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime).
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period.
• Professional 2, Pay Band S065, Job Code#20003640.