Shield AI is hiring: Senior Web Developer (R3648) in Pimmit Hills
Shield AI, Pimmit Hills, VA, United States
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Boston, Abu Dhabi (UAE), Kyiv (Ukraine), and Melbourne (Australia), Shield AI’s technology actively supports U.S. and allied operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X and Instagram.
Overview
Job Description: maintenance and execution of our website. In this role, you will take ownership of the corporate website. You’ll architect scalable web solutions that go beyond standard WP engine functionality, build dynamic and interactive product pages, and define design systems that elevate our brand online. This is a high-impact position for a multidisciplinary creative who can translate complex ideas into elegant, performant digital experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
Own the full-stack development, and optimization of the Shield AI website across all pages, systems, and technologies
Translate initial designs into interactive, high-performance web experiences
Design and ship new landing pages, microsites, and interactive content using Figma and front-end frameworks like WP Engine
Define and manage scalable design systems, templates, and component libraries
Implement performance enhancements, SEO best practices, accessibility standards, and mobile responsiveness
Develop and extend themes and plugins to create custom solutions
Build and maintain third-party integrations (analytics, lead gen, CMS tools, etc.)
Advise and mentor others on web best practices, technical feasibility, and scalable systems
Required qualifications
5–8 years of experience in web design and front-end development with full-site ownership
Strong portfolio of responsive, high-performance, design-forward websites
Deep familiarity with WP Engine, including deployment workflows, caching/CDN settings, plugin management, and staging environments
Advanced proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and CMS tools such as Webflow, WP Engine, WordPress, or custom stacks
Expertise in Figma and UX/UI best practices
Experience designing in Figma and translating into custom WordPress themes or builder-based systems (e.g., Elementor, Gutenberg, ACF)
Experience managing site architecture, performance tuning, analytics tracking, and A/B testing
Ability to balance creative and technical requirements with business priorities
Strong project management and stakeholder communication skills
Preferred qualifications
Prior experience in enterprise SaaS, defense, aerospace, or emerging tech industries
Familiarity with visual storytelling through animation (Lottie, GSAP, After Effects → web)
Experience implementing multi-language or region-specific websites, including language toggles, localized content structures, and internationalization best practices
Experience with design tokens and systematized theming across design dev
Knowledge of web accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices
Background in managing domain infrastructure, DNS, and web security best practices
Salary: $100,000 – $150,000 a year
Offer and benefits
Pay within the listed range. Temporary or regular employee offer packages apply with details: benefits, equity, and other terms as described by the talent acquisition team. Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits.
Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.