Senior Front-End Web Developer - Office of Communications and Marketing

University of Tennessee - Knoxville, TN

Full-time - Mid Level

Knoxville, TN

11-50 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Front-End Web Developer at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is responsible for developing and maintaining the university's flagship website and other digital products. This role requires expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and WordPress, focusing on creating user-friendly interfaces that align with the university's brand and accessibility standards. The position plays a crucial role in enhancing the university's digital presence and supporting its mission through effective communication and marketing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead front-end developer for the university's flagship website and other digital products.
• Develop, implement, and support software solutions with a focus on interactive design principles.
• Analyze technical problems and propose solutions for front-end development methods and tooling.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of front-end code to optimize performance and user experience.
• Adhere to web development and accessibility standards.

Requirements

• Associates degree in a relevant field.
• At least five years of professional experience in web development, particularly with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Advanced knowledge of web standards and accessibility guidelines.
• Experience with CMS frameworks, especially WordPress.
• Familiarity with web server configurations and MySQL databases.
• Ability to work with API integrations and develop WordPress themes and plugins.
• Proficiency in CSS pre-processors and Git version control system.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Additional five years of professional experience in website development.

Benefits

• Health insurance and retirement plans through the State of Tennessee.
• Generous annual and sick leave accruals.
• Longevity pay.
• Tuition waivers and discounts.
• Discounted athletics tickets.