WINGS Program, Inc. is hiring: Front-End Web Developer and Designer in Rolling M

Description

Hybrid position, Front-end website developer and designer who will collaborate with others to keep WINGS website and other digital interfaces dynamic, visually compelling and current.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain custom websites and themes from scratch adhering to best practices and company brand standards with a particular focus on WordPress development.
• Build and customize modules and WordPress plugins to extend site functionality as required by clients.
• Collaborate closely with designers, developers, and vendors to deliver high-quality, scalable web solutions and address hosting, domain and server-related matters as needed.
• Create visually appealing, responsive, user-friendly web interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript and modern design principles.
• Translate design concepts, wireframes and prototypes into functional web pages while ensuring a cohesive user experience across platforms.
• Apply UX/UI best practices, including visual hierarchy, intuitive navigation and consistent branding.
• Develop utilizing WordPress-specific tools and elements such as ACF, custom post types, and taxonomies.
• Integrate modern JavaScript frameworks with WordPress to create dynamic, interactive features.
• Maintain and optimize WordPress websites for speed, SEO, accessibility (WCAG compliance), and cross-browser compatibility.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of websites, including WordPress plugin and theme compatibility checks.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in the web world, with a focus on WordPress core, plugins, design trends and tools to ensure sites leverage current technologies effectively.
• Provide technical guidance and support to non-technical team members and clients as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field is required.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and expertise in WordPress required.
• This position is a hybrid role – weekly in office time is required.
• 2 year’s experience preferred.
• Experience with WordPress-specific tools such as custom post types, taxonomies, hooks, filters, and the WordPress REST API.
• Strong grasp of web and UI design principles, including layout, responsiveness and visual consistency.
• Solid understanding of web best practices, including responsive design, SEO, and WCAG accessibility standards.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and debug WordPress-specific issues effectively.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Benefits

• 403b Retirement Plan
• 403b Employer Match
• Dental Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance
• EAP

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries
• Public Safety