Digital Experience Specialist

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UAE is seeking a Digital Experience Specialist to enhance its online presence by blending technical web development with content creation. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining web pages while ensuring content is user-centered. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in Drupal development. Strong communication skills and proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript are essential. Join us to create engaging digital experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Drupal Development.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Strong understanding of web performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain responsive web pages using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Create and structure web content that supports user needs.
• Partner with UX and design teams to refine site usability.

Skills

Web development expertise

User-centered content creation

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of UX principles

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Drupal

WordPress

Figma

Google Analytics

Job description

Overview

Position Summary Reporting to the Assistant Manager of Digital Marketing and Web, we are seeking a creative and technically skilled Digital Experience Specialist who can blend web development and content design to help deliver exceptional digital experiences across our web platforms. This hybrid role sits at the intersection of front-end development, user experience design, and strategic content creation, ensuring our digital presence is both engaging and purposeful.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical web development expertise together with the ability to craft clear, compelling, user-centered content. You will work closely with content writers, visual creators, and other key stakeholders to bring American University of Sharjah’s stories, research, and mission to life online.

Responsibilities

Web Development

• Build, update, and maintain responsive, accessible web pages and templates using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (and/or CMS platforms such as WordPress, Drupal, Hubspot, or Adobe Experience Manager).
• Translate design mock-ups and content plans into functional, optimized pages.
• Ensure compliance with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1), SEO best practices, and institutional brand guidelines.
• Partner with UX and design teams to test and refine site usability, performance, and structure.
• Collaborating with IT or technical leads to integrating APIs, data feeds, and other dynamic content as needed.

Content Design

• Create and structure web content that supports user needs and organizational goals.
• Audit and reorganize existing site content to improve navigation, clarity, and discoverability.
• Collaborate with communicators, editors, and subject matter experts to ensure tone, accuracy, and alignment with brand voice.
• Use analytics and user feedback to inform content strategy and continuous improvement.

Qualifications And Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience of Drupal Development.
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, plus familiarity with content management systems (Drupal, WordPress, or similar).
• Strong understanding of UX principles, accessibility standards, and SEO best practices.
• Knowledge of design tools (Figma, Adobe XD) or version control (Git).
• Familiarity with analytics tools (Google Analytics, Hotjar, or similar).
• Understanding of web performance optimization and responsive design.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams with diplomacy and creativity.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment, deadlines and new challenges.
• Result-oriented, reliable, able to work under pressure.
• Experience working in a higher education environment is preferred.

How To Apply

• Interested applicants should fill out the form.
• The selected applicant with a valid resident visa should provide AUS with a Letter of No Objection from their sponsor before joining.
• AUS alumni are encouraged to apply.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who do not meet specified requirements will not be shortlisted.
• AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability or marital status. Opportunities for employment are based solely upon one’s qualifications.