Digital Solutions Developer

DIGITAL SOLUTIONS DEVELOPER

Reports to: VP of Communications and Marketing
Status: Regular, Full-time, Exempt
Location: Anchorage, AK or Pacific Time Zone

JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking an exceptional Digital Solutions Developer to join our Communications & Marketing team, who possesses expertise in both front-end and back-end development, effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, and a genuine passion for emerging web technologies and how they can benefit marketing and the businesses' bottom line. The selected candidate will be responsible for designing, coding, and modifying websites from layout to functionality according to the Corporation’s standards. The Digital Solutions Developer will work closely with communications and marketing professionals, IT Support Specialists, and leadership team members to deliver high-quality, innovative web solutions that bolster our online presence and align with business objectives. This role will manage a suite of websites under the Aleut name and spearhead extensive design overhauls and platform migrations. The ideal candidate will bring innovation, creativity, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering superior digital experiences.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Embrace the values of The Aleut Corporation (Aleut) including honesty, integrity, accountability, respect, and perseverance.
• Develop and maintain scalable web applications and websites.
• Design, implement, and test user interfaces, web pages, and web-based applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and define project requirements.
• Optimize websites for maximum speed, scalability, mobile optimization and cross-browser compatibility.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
• Develop and maintain web content management systems (CMS).
• Perform regular website updates and maintenance to include plugins, themes, and core website software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve website issues and bugs.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure our web solutions are current and competitive.
• Managing Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and tracking pixels.
• Integrate marketing tools into websites (CRM, email marketing, automation tools).
• Implement or assist with technical SEO improvement.
• Ensuring compliance with data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), and industry best practices for cyber security.
• Creating internal IT policies related to security and website use.
• Maintain detailed documentation of code, processes, and system architecture to support team collaboration and future scalability.
• Provide technical support and training to internal teams as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proven experience as a Web Developer with a strong portfolio of previous web development projects.
• Experience with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with SEO best practices.
• Understanding of web security principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other web development languages.
• Experience with front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and back-end technologies (e.g., Node.js, PHP, Python).
• Familiarity with content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Drupal).
• Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Strong understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs, web services, and third-party integrations.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

BENEFITS

• 401K - Employer matching up to 4%.
• Paid Holidays (13/year).
• Paid Time Off (accrued bi-weekly, starts at 6.20 hrs per pay period/20 days a year).
• 100% Employer paid Dental/Vision for employees and their qualified dependents.
• 100% Paid Employee Life Insurance / Disability.
• Potential for Annual Incentive.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT

The Aleut Corporation (“Aleut”) is committed to providing employment and development opportunities for our shareholders and descendants. Aleut shall make employment selections first based on qualifications for the position. Preference shall then be given to eligible and qualified TAC shareholders and descendants in accordance with the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, 43 U.S.C. § 1601 et seq., and other applicable laws.

Aleut is an equal opportunity employer. Aleut shall select, train, and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant work factors such as work quality, attitude, education, and experience, so as not to discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, age, status as a disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Vietnam veteran, and all other eligible veterans, or other classifications protected by applicable law.

Behaviors

• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)