Website Designer

POD Marketing; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A full-service marketing agency is seeking a Website Designer to take ownership of website execution and optimization. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of website development experience, strong technical skills in CSS, HTML, PHP, and a proficiency in tools like WordPress and Advanced Custom Fields. This role demands solid organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring exceptional quality for complex client projects. The position is based in Calgary, AB, and offers a collaborative environment with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Three weeks of paid vacation

Twelve flex days

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Legally able to work in Canada and located in Calgary, AB.
• 5+ years of website development experience.
• Strong track record of creating responsive designs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a client portfolio of complex or high-value clients.
• Conduct onsite modifications to enhance SEO.
• Provide support to the development team with requests.

Skills

CSS

HTML

PHP

Bootstrap

Responsive Design

Networking

DNS Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

WordPress

Advanced Custom Fields

Job description

Website Designer

Always apply through our website: https://www.podmarketinginc.com/careers/ . We will reach out by email if you are selected for the next step. Either way, we appreciate your interest and the time you spent getting to know us.

Who Are You?

You’re a seasoned website developer who combines deep technical expertise with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. You’re comfortable working with complex builds, high-value clients, and evolving requirements, and you know how to translate client needs into clean, scalable solutions. You’re detail-oriented, methodical, and proactive, with a solid understanding of how development, SEO, design, and content intersect. You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical partners, enjoy mentoring others, and take pride in building systems, documentation, and processes that make the team stronger and more efficient.

What's The Role?

You’ll own the technical execution and optimization of client websites, managing complex builds, overseeing external contractors, and ensuring all work meets our quality and performance standards. You’ll handle onsite edits and enhancements across SEO, layout, content, and functionality, support the development team with client-specific requests, and collaborate closely with fulfillment, design, and content teams through quality assurance and release. You’ll monitor site performance, manage version control and product releases, maintain and evolve documentation and training programs, and contribute to product development discussions to continuously improve how we build, ship, and support our web products.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a client portfolio of complex or high-value clients, focusing on delivering an exceptional client experience, providing strategic guidance, and consistently offering customized solutions that align with client goals and expectations.
• Conduct precise onsite modifications to enhance SEO, refine design elements, and enrich content, which includes adding new sections and pages as well as tweaking layout and color schemes.
• Provide support to the development team by assisting with the execution of client-specific requests and website implementations.
• Engage in collaborative quality assurance with the fulfillment, content, and design departments to ensure all products meet our high standards prior to client delivery.
• Oversee the monitoring of website functionality, focusing on tracking accuracy, user responsiveness, and accessibility compliance.
• Manage the processes for version control and the release of product updates, maintaining orderly workflow progression.
• Assume responsibility for updating and maintaining all departmental process and training documentation.
• Assume responsibility for the maintenance and innovation of comprehensive training programs for team members, with occasional support from intermediate strategists.
• Actively participate in product development discussions, working closely with the manager to innovate and optimize our offerings.
• Oversee external contractors, assigning tasks and approving completed work to ensure it meets quality and project guidelines.
• Continuously stay abreast of industry trends and best practices to ensure we are ahead of the curve.

Required Experience & Skills

• Legally able to work in Canada and located in Calgary, AB.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
• 5+ years of website development experience, showcasing a breadth of projects and challenges tackled.
• Demonstrate solid proficiency in CSS, HTML, and PHP, the foundational languages of the web.
• Possess a working knowledge of front-end frameworks like Bootstrap and content management tools such as Advanced Custom Fields.
• Have a strong track record of creating responsive designs that provide seamless user experiences across devices.
• Exhibit meticulous organizational skills and a keen eye for detail, ensuring the precision of every code and design element.
• Communicate effectively, articulating technical concepts clearly and engaging in constructive problem-solving.
• A background in networking and DNS management is highly regarded.
• An understanding of domain-based email authentication processes would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of WordPress-specific development practices, including hooks, hierarchies, custom taxonomies, loops, and post objects, would be a significant advantage.

Who is POD Marketing?

POD Marketing is a full-service agency that works across marketing, consulting, and HR to help clients solve real business challenges.

Behind that work is an incredible group of people. We put just as much care into supporting our team as we do our clients, creating an environment where people feel trusted, supported, and inspired to do their best work. This role sits within our Dental and Eye Care divisions (SmileShop Dental Marketing and Marketing4ECPs), working directly with practice owners to build and execute marketing strategies for their practices.

At POD, culture isn’t about perks (though we have those too). It’s about how you feel at work: accepted for who you are, encouraged to grow, and surrounded by people who want to see you succeed. That approach has earned us multiple awards, including recognition as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

To learn more about our culture, watch this video: https://youtu.be/1WZ8tAnATNs , visit the POD Marketing YouTube channel and check out our reviews on Glassdoor.

What's in it for You?

At POD Marketing, we work hard, have fun, and genuinely support each other. We believe people do their best work when they feel valued, trusted, and balanced; and we’ve built an environment that makes that possible.

You’ll enjoy three weeks of paid vacation, twelve flex days, a Passion Day to spend however you choose, and a company-wide MeMonday to prioritize mental health. We offer a thirty-day remote work policy for when you need a change of scenery, twenty-six hours of paid volunteer time each year, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and spending accounts.

Growth and development are part of life here. You’ll have access to mentorship, leadership programs like LEAD, and ongoing learning opportunities designed to help you grow your skills and career. You’ll also have regular one‑on‑one check‑ins, quarterly performance conversations, and a culture of continuous feedback that keeps you supported and clear on expectations.

Our downtown Calgary office is bright, modern, and stocked with good coffee, snacks, and great people. We offer discounts with local vendors and a culture that’s collaborative, energetic, and built on trust and respect.

How to Apply

At POD, we believe “that most job requirements and conceptual knowledge are easily trainable. But you can’t teach drive, ambition, or passion.” (Take a look at this article, Finding Your Unicorn, written by our President, Kevin Wilhelm). Our hiring managers consider alignment with our core values and passion for our company culture to be as valuable as experience and education.

Finding the right fit is important to us, and we put real care into reviewing applications. This is your chance to show us who you are: your voice, your attention to detail, and your excitement about joining the team. Take a few extra minutes to help us see why this opportunity is the right fit for you.

We often see strong candidates miss out because of preventable issues like missing cover letters, referencing the wrong job title or company, or submitting unedited AI‑generated content. We encourage the use of AI to streamline your process, but your application should still reflect your voice and accuracy. If this role excites you, let that show in how you apply.

A Few Tips to Stand Out

• Submit an up‑to‑date resume that highlights the skills and experience we are looking for
• Include a personalized cover letter or a video cover letter (one is required, both are not necessary)
• Share why this specific role excites you and how your background connects to it
• Make sure your application is error‑free (especially the basics like company name and job title)
• Answer the application questions with intention. Your responses don't need to be long; quality over quantity matters!
• If you use AI, review and edit so it sounds like you and is factually correct (no - passion and innovation are not our core values, no matter what ChatGPT tells you)
• Review the posted salary range before you apply and make sure it aligns with what you’re comfortable with
• If you choose to submit a video cover letter, keep it short and engaging (under 2 minutes, please!)

Always apply through our website: https://www.podmarketinginc.com/careers/. We will reach out by email if you are selected for the next step. Either way, we appreciate your interest and the time you spent getting to know us.

At POD Marketing, we believe in creating an inclusive work environment, which is why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider and evaluate all qualified candidates based on their qualifications without discrimination based on race, colour, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.