Web Developer (Communications)

The Web Developer plays a key role in developing and maintaining the Salk Institute’s websites and web-based applications. Working collaboratively with the digital communications manager, graphic designers, vendors, and internal stakeholders, this individual ensures the delivery of high-quality, responsive, and accessible digital experiences. This role requires strong technical skills, a keen eye for design and usability, and the ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail. The Web Developer supports IT with security updates and server/database-related needs and ensures Salk’s digital properties adhere to accessibility and branding standards.

Responsibilities
Web Development and Support

Serve as a primary point of contact for updating and troubleshooting the Institute’s websites and web applications.

Build, test, and maintain responsive, cross-browser compatible websites and web apps.

Update and manage content using WordPress and custom PHP/MySQL applications.

Create specialty tools such as email signature generators, lab asset databases, and event registration systems.

Ensure ADA compliance and accessibility across web properties.

Support internal communications by managing multimedia content (videos, photos, text).

Collaborate with Advancement/Communications to align web content with Salk branding.

Conduct usability testing and implement analytics to assess website effectiveness.

Troubleshoot and resolve web-related issues including functionality, server-side issues, and content accuracy.

Develop web forms, interactive features, and backend systems to streamline processes.

Monitor and implement web security measures and system updates.

Planning, Strategy, and Innovation

Evaluate new web technologies for integration into Salk's digital infrastructure.

Contribute to the strategic planning of web and application development.

Recommend performance and design enhancements for existing systems.

Maintain documentation of best practices and ensure software license compliance.

Collaboration and Communication

Consult with faculty and staff to assess web development needs and define project scopes.

Translate client requirements into functional and aesthetic web solutions.

Communicate timelines, development processes, and technical constraints effectively.

Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications
Required

Bachelor's Degree (BA) from a four-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum 4 years of experience in web development, preferably in a communications/marketing or similar environment.

Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.

Experience with WordPress and custom PHP/MySQL content management systems.

Strong organizational and project management skills.

Strong understanding of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, REST APIs.

Working knowledge of Photoshop and multimedia integration.

Familiarity with web accessibility guidelines and usability best practices.

Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues independently.

Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal.

Proven ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure with precision.

Strong collaborative skills and a customer-focused mindset.

Experience gathering user requirements and translating them into development solutions.

High degree of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred

Experience in a large (500+ employees) nonprofit or academic institution.

Working knowledge of cloud-based server with test environments.

Experience with ticketing, booking, and event management software customizations.

Compensation and Benefits
Expected pay range:

$45.00 to $52.00 an hour. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Benefits

include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, patient advocacy services, and transit/parking program.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Salk Institute for Biological Studies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal access to opportunities for students, employees, applicants for employment and other visitors. Salk has also adopted and maintains a policy to encourage professional and respectful workplace behavior and prevent discriminatory and harassing conduct in our workplace.

Accordingly, the Institute prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment on the basis of, and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to, actual or perceived race (race is inclusive of traits associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles. Protective hairstyles include, but not limited to, such hairstyles as braids, and twists), color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status (disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era, other covered veteran status), political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law.

Discrimination is prohibited with any intersectionality of the above-mentioned characteristics, including:

Any combination of characteristics.

A perception that the person has any of the characteristics or any combination of those characteristics.

A perception that the person is associated with a person who has, or is perceived to have, any of those characteristics or any combination of those characteristics.

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