Front-End Web Developer

United States Digital Space LLC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Front End Web Developer to design, build, and maintain high-quality websites and digital platforms. You will work across teams to ensure accessibility, branding and security standards are met while delivering responsive interfaces.

The role emphasizes WordPress development with Gutenberg, Laravel backend integration, and modern front-end tech like Vue.js, JavaScript, HTML/CSS. Strong analytics and API experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, web development or related field.
• Minimum three years in a website development and technical support role for a large organization.
• Experience coding custom themes from scratch in WordPress using Gutenberg Blocks.
• Experience with building landing pages, microsites and configuring APIs on Luminate Online.
• Experience with MySQL and designing schemas for small applications.
• Experience with Git or similar source control.
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop.
• Experience with WCAG 2.0 Level 2 accessibility standards.
• Experience pulling reports for Google Analytics and Looker Studio dashboards.
• Proficient in PHP and WordPress.
• Strong knowledge of MVC frameworks like Laravel and Vue.js frontend development.
• REST based APIs and Luminate Online donation APIs.
• Understanding of web-based client/server in a LAMP environment.
• Database design and MySQL schema creation.

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining websites.
• Configuring website hosting platforms.
• Troubleshooting and resolving website performance issues.
• Designing, testing, and modifying programming code.
• Analyzing user needs and business processes to create programming solutions.
• Evaluating programming code for validity and standards.
• Generating reports on system status and maintenance.
• Conducting needs assessments to determine end-user requirements.

Skills

JavaScript

Vue.js

HTML

CSS

Bootstrap

WordPress

Gutenberg Blocks

PHP

REST APIs

Git

WCAG 2.0

Google Analytics

Looker Studio

Luminate Online API

MySQL

Laravel

MVC Frameworks

VMs/DevOps

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or web development or related field

Tools

WordPress

Gutenberg Blocks

Laravel

Vue.js

MySQL

Git

Adobe Photoshop

Luminate Online

Google Analytics

Looker Studio

Job description

About us

The Division of University Advancement (DUA) aims to sustain and enhance the the company’s academic mission, leadership, and worldwide impact, by engaging alumni and private sector constituents meaningfully in the mission of the University, building mutually beneficial relationships of increasing value and satisfaction over time.

DUA at the the company is engaged in a transformative agenda deeply rooted in the University’s vision for growth and innovation. We are focused on growing fundraising efforts; enhancing the effectiveness and satisfaction of alumni engagement and programs; building advancement talent capacity within and across divisions; creating an organization and culture that fosters diversity and inclusiveness.

Your opportunity

Within DUA, Advancement Communications and Marketing (ACM) provides strategic planning, creative development and production support for central and divisional fundraising and alumni relations activities. Under the general supervision of the Director of Infrastructure, Advancement Systems, the Front End Web Developer is responsible for assisting in developing, maintaining and deploying digital platforms, related systems and email communications in support of the alumni and donor engagement activities.

The role is at the forefront of web development projects, leveraging a comprehensive understanding of front-end technologies like JavaScript, jQuery, Vue.js, CSS, Bootstrap and HTML. In addition, the role assists in developing and maintaining proprietary web applications using Laravel and MySQL at the backend. This role works with other web developers, designers to ensure that platforms are built in accordance with accessibility, branding and safety standards.

The Front-End Web Developer supports the ongoing management and maintenance of existing digital properties including the University’s donate platform and website ecosystem. They support other web developers with training, documentation and review of code to ensure accuracy, consistency and standards are met.

Your responsibilities will include:

Building and maintaining websitesConfiguring website hosting platformsTroubleshooting and resolving website performance issuesDesigning, testing, and modifying programming codeAnalyzing user needs and business processes to create programming solutionsEvaluating programming code to ensure it has validity, compatibility, and that it meets appropriate standardsGenerating reports on the status, operation and software maintenanceConducting needs assessments to determine end-user technical requirements

Essential Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, web development or related field, formal training in web development or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.Minimum three years in a website development and technical support role for a large organization.Experience coding custom themes from scratch in WordPress using Gutenberg Blocks.Experience with building landing pages, microsites and configuring APIs on Luminate Online.Experience and understanding of database systems such as MySQL and the ability to design schemas for small applications.Experience with Git or similar source control.Experience with Adobe Photoshop.Experience in the design and development to WCAG 2.0 Level 2 standard as per AODA Communications and Information Standards.Experience in pulling reports for Google Analytics and setting up dashboards on the Looker Studio.Proficient in developing web applications with a deep grasp of PHP.Demonstrated experience in Unit testing using Laravel as well as manual/Automated testing.Comprehensive knowledge of front-end technologies, including JavaScript, jQuery, Vue.js, CSS, Bootstrap, and HTML.Fluent in PHP, WordPress.Well-versed in utilizing MVC-based frameworks like Laravel at backend and Vue.js at front-end.Well versed with REST based API’s and knowledge of Luminate Online’s donation API.Thorough understanding of web-based client/server technologies in a LAMP environment.Database design knowledge and construction skills using MySQL, Schema creation in Laravel.Deep knowledge of Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager and Looker Studio.

To be successful in this role you will be:

AdaptableApproachableCooperativeDiligentMulti-taskerProblem solver

Closing Date:

08/21/2026, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group:

USW

Appointment Type:

Budget - Continuing

Schedule:

Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:

USW Pay Band 09 - $67,916. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $86,855. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.

Job Category:

Information Technology (IT)

Lived Experience Statement

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

Job descriptions are available upon request for internal applicants.

Diversity Statement

The the company embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

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