Frontend Web Developer & IT Specialist (Hybrid)

MSU Careers Recent Jobs; East Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State University is seeking a Front End Web Developer to maintain and enhance in-house websites and applications. You will ensure UX consistency, adhere to MSU branding and accessibility policies, and develop new frontend features.

Collaboration with IT and operations teams is essential to implement robust, accessible solutions. The role starts on-site during onboarding with a transition to a hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience or coursework in web development; strong JavaScript, HTML, and CSS skills.
• Familiarity with Drupal CMS; version control with Git.
• Knowledge of front-end frameworks: JQuery, React, Vue, or Angular.
• Experience with wireframing/prototyping tools like Figma or Adobe XD; WCAG accessibility knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve in-house websites and applications.
• Ensure consistent UX and compliance with MSU branding and accessibility standards.
• Develop front-end features and interfaces for new websites and applications.
• Collaborate with operations and development staff to solve problems and implement solutions.
• Possible after-hours work for emergent web issue resolution.

Skills

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

GIT

WCAG accessibility

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Drupal

JQuery

React

Vue

Angular

Figma

Adobe XD

PHP

Job description

Michigan State University is seeking a Front End Web Developer to maintain and enhance in-house websites and applications. You will ensure UX consistency, adhere to MSU branding and accessibility policies, and develop new frontend features.

Collaboration with IT and operations teams is essential to implement robust, accessible solutions. The role starts on-site during onboarding with a transition to a hybrid schedule.