Lead Web Developer

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Lead Web Developer at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience collaborating throughout the entire project cycle, from research, strategy, information architecture, visual design, front-end development and maintenance. 

A solid grasp of modern front-end Web development, such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript and their associated build components.

A solid grasp of back-end Web development environments, including HTTP, Web servers, load balancers, the interpretation layer, databases and associated Web frameworks.

Considerable skill in writing web applications that retrieve and update information in relational Web centric databases.

The ability to clearly communicate to project stakeholders and process feedback internally and externally.

The ability to troubleshoot website layout and Web application performance issues and resolve issues independently or direct issues to the responsible party.

Provide direct supervision to internal Web site interns and guidance to unit Web site content authors.

Ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail to meet deadlines.

Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions, policies, and procedures.

Considerable project management skills, including ability to provide time estimates and prepare accurate records and reports.

Proficiency in the use of Web applications programming languages, tools, and/or methodologies for developing integrated Web applications typically acquired through formal education or equivalent experience in Web application development. 

Demonstrated ability in analyzing customer requirements and developing basic information systems solutions typically acquired through one to two years of directly related experience in Web application development and support. 

The ability to translate functional requirements into cross-browser Web applications

Strong understanding of Web technologies and related user device capabilities required to access the Web.

Strong understanding of test driven development. 

School/College/Division:

H87 - Marketing and Communications

Primary department:

H8711 - VP Marketing & Communications

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Staff/Administrative

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Salary minimum: $77,952
• Salary hire maximum: $93,543

Working conditions:

This position must be filled pursuant to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement, and as such may be filled by a qualified bargaining unit member, should one apply.

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1
• Reposted position: No

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Salary : $77,952 - $93,543