Developer I - Web

Walsworth Company - Overland Park, KS

Full-time - Entry Level

Overland Park, KS

Printing and Related Support Activities

About the position

The Web Developer I position at Walsworth involves developing and maintaining websites and web applications. The role includes designing, building, and implementing new web pages, integrating them with back-end applications, and migrating legacy applications to the web. The developer will also manage day-to-day administration of the organization's web portfolio and provide level 3 support for the Help Desk.

Responsibilities

• Create, configure and maintain standard and custom websites within the Walsworth internal and external environments.
• Perform system level maintenance and request external vendor support when necessary.
• Record, track, and document all system issues and resolutions.
• Coordinate with web site departments and content creators across the organization.
• Communicate application problems and issues to key stakeholders, including management, development teams, end users, and unit leaders.
• Coordinate with Networking IT staff for all updates and additions required.
• Coordinate with Infrastructure IT staff for all software updates for both system and application.
• Lead the implementation of new web development initiatives.
• Conduct research into current and emerging web technologies and issues in support of web development efforts.
• Ensure security of all websites and related applications.
• Work with database administrator to design, develop, and update databases related to web applications.
• Provide assistance, recommendations, and support to internal and external customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field and two years experience in Web Development or a related function OR Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field and four years experience in Web Development or a related function OR High School Diploma or GED and six years experience in Web Development or a related function.
• Strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices.
• Experience in supporting users in business-critical environments.
• Experience in working with external vendors.
• Experience with front-end technologies like HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and frameworks such as Vue.js, React, or Angular/AngularJS.
• Experience with server-side scripting languages.
• Working technical experience with system software environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong customer service skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with version control systems, especially Git and Bitbucket.
• Experience with CMS platforms like WordPress or Drupal.
• Knowledge of unit testing frameworks like PHPUnit.
• Proficiency with PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter.