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Web Developer, Creative Services

January 20, 2023

Remote
Creative Services
Freelance or Contract

Nickerson is a full-service branding, marketing, public relations, and communications agency. With collective expertise in real estate, hospitality, technology, lifestyle, non-profit organizations, and architecture, engineering, and construction, the Nickerson team elevates the experiential journey and serves as a trusted, global partner to elite, forward-thinking brands.

We are looking for a Web Developer to join our growing Creative Services team. He/She/They will be responsible for both front-end and back-end development of WordPress websites and third-party API integrations.

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Develop, deploy, and maintain scalable WordPress websites
  • Integrate WordPress websites with third-party APIs
  • Maintain a strong understanding of website building platforms: WordPress (required), WooCommerce (as a plus), and Squarespace (as a plus)
  • Collaborate with CS team members during all phases of website develop to ensure concepts can be implemented
  • Have a deep understanding for responsive design across desktop, tablet, and mobile views
  • Understanding of SEO best practices and how to leverage them to enhance website performance
  • Have a finger on the pulse of web design trends, platform updates and other software related to WordPress
  • Ability to troubleshoot occasional website issues
  • Implement development quickly, independently, or collaboratively
Must submit a portfolio with links to live websites for consideration.

Additional Benefits:

  • Flexible, remote work options
  • Amazing company culture and team environment with a commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace
  • Nickerson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

  • Skilled in developing WordPress websites that are semantic, scalable, and maintainable
  • 2+ years proven work experience as a developer
  • Proficient understanding of front-end technologies, including PHP, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
  • Knowledge of the BEM naming convention
  • Ability to understand CSS changes and their ramifications to ensure consistency across platforms and browsers
  • Ability to clearly communicate ideas, concepts, and solutions to team members with varying degrees of technical knowledge
  • Experience with JavaScript libraries and frameworks
  • Experience integrating WordPress with third-party APIs
  • Yardi, RealPage, Enquire, Salesforce, and HubSpot integrations experience is a plus
  • Experience troubleshooting browser errors and optimizing WordPress websites for performance
  • Proficient in converting a Figma website designs into maintainable WordPress websites
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Proven ability to manage client relationships via CRM
  • Experience with Harvest or equivalent time tracking software
  • Experience with Asana or equivalent project management tracking software
  • Experience engaging with or presenting to clients
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines
  • Experience managing vendors and orders on behalf of clients
  • Knowledge of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) is a plus
  • Email marketing, Mailchimp/Constant Contact or Pardot experience is a plus
  • Member of a marketing/design industry-related club or organization is a plus
  • 2 years+ experience in marketing/design creation, preferably in the real estate, lifestyle, restaurant, and hospitality sectors
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Must be organized in a digital workspace and comfortable working remotely

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