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DeanHouston

Web Developer

DeanHouston, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208

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Base Pay Range $65,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Role Summary The

Web Developer

is responsible for building, maintaining, and optimizing modern, scalable, and user-friendly web applications and websites. This role requires a solid command of core web technologies, an understanding of full‑stack development principles, and the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams including designers, content writers, technical leads, and project managers.

Core Responsibilities Web Application Development

Work confidently with the

DOM

and

Web APIs

to create dynamic, interactive user experiences.

Use

Git

for source control (preferably Github), following modern branching and merging practices.

Participate in collaborative workflows, including code reviews and continuous integration pipelines.

Demonstrate a working understanding of

web hosting environments , including domain management, DNS, Let’s Encrypt SSL and deployment.

Exposure to

cloud platforms

such as

AWS

or

Microsoft Azure

is a plus, especially for tasks related to environment setup, server configuration, or deployment automation.

Exposure to

NGINX ,

Apache , or reverse proxy configuration.

Content Management Systems (CMS)

Advanced development knowledge of

WordPress

for both front‑end and back‑end development, including theme customization, configuration, custom post types, and content architecture.

Understanding of and experience in

WordPress plugin development

and the use of hooks, filters, and custom Gutenberg development is a major plus.

Server‑Side & Database Development

Write, debug, and maintain server‑side code in

PHP , integrating front‑end interfaces with dynamic content and data sources.

Use

MySQL

(or equivalent relational databases) to design, query, and manage structured data efficiently.

Understand database normalization, indexing, and query optimization principles.

Development Process & Product Lifecycle

Contribute to all phases of the

software development lifecycle (SDLC) , including planning, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

Collaborate with technical project managers and stakeholders to estimate tasks, define scope, and ensure timely delivery.

Provide

technical expertise and guidance

to internal and external discussions with coworkers, clients, and other competency teams.

System Administration & CLI Work

Use the

Linux command line

to perform common development and deployment tasks such as file management, permissions, and server interaction.

Advanced proficiency in

DevOps

related tasks is considered a strong plus.

Desirable Skills (Not Required but Strongly Valued)

Front‑End Frameworks : Experience with React (or similar modern frameworks) for building modular, component‑based UIs.

Scripting & Automation : Working knowledge of

Python

for auxiliary tasks such as data processing, scripting, or deployment tooling.

Agentic Development : Exposure or interest in AI Agentic development; development, deployment, and curation of

LLMs

and

AI Agents .

Accessibility Best Practices : Experience with implementing web accessibility using modern

WCAG

and

ADA

compliance standards.

Key Attributes and Competencies

3-5 years of experience.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Development, Informatics or related field or equivalent experience.

Strong grasp of core web concepts and an ability to apply them to real‑world, scalable solutions.

Analytical mindset with attention to performance, security, and maintainability.

Clear and effective communication across both technical and non‑technical audiences.

Detail‑oriented approach to code quality, documentation, and testing.

Proactive learner with a passion for keeping up with evolving web standards and technologies.

DeanHouston Benefits

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance package (PPO and HSA options)

Paid parental bonding leave

Company‑paid life insurance

401K participation with a company match

Company‑paid short‑term disability insurance

Tools, training and the space for you to shape your career and professional growth

Employment Details Seniority level : Associate

Employment type : Full‑time

Job function : Information Technology

Industries : Marketing Services

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