Senior Web Developer (Remote)

Position Title: Senior Web Developer
Department: IT
Classification:  Staff, Full-Time, Exempt
Reports to: Director of Administrative Applications                                                                                                                          Location: Remote from anywhere in the continental US, with the ability to travel to campuses and other locations.

Compensation: Antioch University offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes both direct and indirect pay.  The compensation will be based on experience, education, knowledge, credentials, and a consideration of the difficulty and complexity of the position.  The starting salary rate for this position is $80,000.00.

Position Summary

The Senior Web Developer is responsible for implementing the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of back end and front end applications and websites supporting the university's mission and strategic goals. This highly skilled individual collaborates with various university stakeholders to gather requirements, provide technical expertise, and ensure web solutions are innovative, user-friendly, accessible, secure, and aligned with university standards and industry best practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Lead Web Development Efforts:

• Oversee and provide the design, development, and maintenance of complex web applications and websites. Incorporates new technologies.
• Provide architectural guidance for new web projects and the migration of existing features.
• Coordinate web functions, monitor web activities, incorporate new technologies, and enhance existing websites.
• Work with, integrate and manage 3rd party software where necessary.

Technical Expertise & Development:

• Design, develop, and optimize server-side logic, APIs, and database structures to ensure high performance and reliability. Work with technologies such as .Net or JavaScript frameworks to build secure and scalable systems.
• Write and review object oriented code using various programming languages (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Python) and frameworks (e.g., React, Angular). (.NET and/or Colleague experience a plus)
• Design and implement complex web, data, and back-end systems.
• Perform data transformations, including cleaning, aggregating, and reformatting API responses or datasets to meet application and database requirements.
• Maintain security for university web applications and database interfaces.
• Create and maintain web pages, templates, and update existing content as necessary, ensuring consistency and University brand compliance.
• Run functionality tests, debug code, and troubleshoot issues to ensure high quality and optimal performance.

Project Collaboration:

• Collaborate with designers, stakeholders, 3rd party consultants and other university teams on front-end tasks to implement user-facing features, ensuring seamless integration with back-end systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, troubleshoot issues, and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members, including explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical individuals.

Documentation, Mentorship & Staying Current:

• Write and maintain clear documentation for internal teams and external collaborators.
• Supervise and mentor junior web developers and other entry-level employees, providing guidance and fostering their skill development.
• Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
• Continuously improve systems and processes university-wide.

Experience and Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 7 years of experience in web development and back-end development, including experience in a senior or  leadership role.

Technical Skills:

• Fluency in back-end languages such as PHP, C#, .NET,, etc.
• Basic front-end skills (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React) for occasional UI tasks.
• Proficiency in database management systems (e.g., SQL).
• Experience with version control systems, preferably Git.
• Strong experience with third-party API integration (e.g., REST, GraphQL) and handling authentication, rate limits, and error responses.
• Proficiency in data transformation techniques, such as parsing JSON/XML and data mapping.

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership, mentorship, and team player skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

Supervision Received : Minimal supervision received
Supervision Exercised : No supervisory responsibilities

Hours of Employment

This is a full-time position serving a national university.  A work schedule will be established in consultation with the supervisor.

Physical Requirements

The essential functions represent the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Antioch University reserves the right to change the duties of this position at any time.

Benefits Summary:

Voluntary Health, dental and vision plan and flexible spending account options; employer retirement plan contribution of 6%; voluntary salary deduction to a pre-tax or post-tax retirement account; employer paid life insurance and short term disability; voluntary supplemental life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death/dismemberment, critical illness, and accident coverage plans; vacation accrues monthly (3 weeks from 0 – 5 years; 4 weeks after 6 years; carry-over allowed up to 3.75 days 0 – 5 years; up to 5 days, after 6 years and up); 12 days per year sick leave (carry-over up to 65 days); 15 paid holidays; tuition remission for employees and dependents at Antioch University campuses; and employee paid options with AFLAC, LegalShield, and Liberty Mutual. (This list is meant to be an informal summary of benefits. Plan benefits and eligibility requirements are governed by the plan documents and University policies which will be made available upon request).

To Apply 

Please email a cover letter, CV/resume, and a list of reference names and contact information to [email protected]. In the subject line of the email, please state Sr. Web Developer

NOTE:  The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

Coalition for the Common Good (CCG) EEO Statement

The Coalition for the Common Good provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic or class protected by federal, state or local laws in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. The CCG complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Equal Pay Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. Inquiries should be addressed to the Office of Human Resources or the Office of the General Counsel.