Front End Web Developer

Regent University•Virginia Beach, VA

5d•$60,650 - $65,650

About The Position

The Front End Web Developer combines technology and design to support Regent University’s website and other web properties, attract prospective students, and provide a strong user experience. The role develops and maintains user-facing applications, visual elements, layouts, mobile-friendly pages, custom WordPress templates, and page layouts using PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. The developer works with internal and external clients to determine needs, improve websites for desktop, tablet, and mobile, and test code and site performance, usability, accessibility, and speed. The position collaborates with the Digital Web & SEO Specialist on front-end and WordPress maintenance, provides guidance on established templates and page structures, and coordinates technical SEO work. It also partners with creative and design teams, faculty, and staff on website projects; develops prototypes and mockups; manages integrations and project updates; and ensures university web properties meet WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility and performance standards. The work location is Virginia Beach, Virginia; qualified candidates may be considered for remote work depending on location. The listed salary is $60,650–$65,650 annually.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Information, Corporate Media, or Interactive Media.
Advanced proficiency with WordPress as a front-end user and back-end administrator; willingness to learn and use other CMS tools as needed.
Deep understanding of coding HTML emails and HTML sites, CSS markup, and intermediate-to-advanced PHP and JavaScript, including experience building custom WordPress page templates.
Proficiency with Figma or a comparable wireframing/prototyping tool for communicating layout, hierarchy, and user-flow decisions before development.
Familiarity with Google Analytics and ability to monitor site traffic and use analytics to recommend user-experience improvements.
Working knowledge of WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards and experience auditing or remediating websites for compliance.
Experience managing or troubleshooting third-party plugins, embedded tools, and web-based integrations.
Familiarity with project-management platforms such as Wrike for tracking and reporting development tasks.
Willingness to stay abreast of emerging web technology trends and best practices in higher education.
Ability to handle a large workload, multitask in a deadline-driven environment, work independently or on a team, and deliver excellent customer service.
Excellent communication, organizational, and project-management skills, including developing timelines, coordinating teams, tracking tasks, and maintaining project documentation across business segments and staff.
Self-motivated and disciplined, with a track record of successfully managing projects for diverse audiences.
Team-player attitude and willingness to accept constructive advice and direction from senior leadership.
Meticulous attention to detail and business, creative, and technical acumen.
Commitment to Regent’s core values of excellence, innovation, and integrity.

Responsibilities

Develop functional, appealing, mobile-friendly web pages and fix issues or bugs.
Create mockups and prototypes on tight timelines, applying UX and layout judgment; use Figma or a comparable tool to wireframe and communicate designs before development.
Assist back-end developers with coding and troubleshooting.
Create cross-browser-compatible CSS.
Stay current with emerging technologies and promote usability best practices.
Collaborate with the Digital Web & SEO Specialist on front-end and WordPress maintenance, provide guidance on established templates and page structures, and coordinate technical SEO implementation.
Code HTML emails, landing pages, and microsites for various clients.
Update web content to improve user experience and support primary marketing messages.
Help define websites, microsites, and landing pages in line with best practices and clear user engagement and communication.
Work with designers to select artwork consistent with brand guidelines and target audiences.
Improve web processes and workflows as needed.
Co-lead diverse and complex creation or redesign projects with the creative/design team, working with faculty and staff to identify areas of interest and align them with university goals.
Identify user needs, implement timelines, and prepare and deliver project updates to university teams and offices.
Ensure web pages, templates, and applications meet WCAG 2.1 AA and inclusive-design best practices.
Monitor and optimize Core Web Vitals, page speed, and mobile responsiveness across university web properties.
Manage and troubleshoot third-party plugins, embeds, and integrations used across Regent web properties.
Track and manage development tasks and projects in the university’s project management system, including stakeholder updates and deadlines.
Deliver work on time, within budget, and to the required quality standard.
Ensure technical accuracy and thoroughness in deliverables.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders across the organization.