Senior Web Developer

Draper Labs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

workplace flexibility

employee clubs ranging fromPhotography

health and finance workshops

off site social events

discounts to local museums and культур

Job summary

Draper Labs in Cambridge, MA seeks a Senior Web Developer to redesign and enhance our public website and intranet. You will lead front-end and back-end work, craft engaging content, and establish a proactive content schedule to keep sites current and accessible.

This on-site role emphasizes UX, performance, and collaboration with subject matter experts to deliver trusted digital experiences. You'll work with HTML, CMS platforms, Python, JavaScript, SharePoint, and analytics tools to optimize

Qualifications

• 8 years of knowledgeable website development experience.
• Bachelor of Science or equivalent; certifications preferred include ACE, MCSD, or front-end framework certifications.
• Experience with HTML, CMS platforms, Python, JavaScript, Google Analytics, and design tools.
• SharePoint knowledge for building solutions in SharePoint and MS Teams; knowledge of Graph API and REST API.

Responsibilities

• Redesign and enhance Draper's public website and intranet on SharePoint.
• Lead front-end and back-end development for external site and intranet.
• Develop content management strategy and ensure content is current.
• Test across browsers, optimize for speed and accessibility; implement SEO/AEO.
• Plan, prototype, document, and mentor junior developers.

Skills

Strong communication

HTML

JavaScript

UX/UI understanding

Content management

Front-end frameworks

SEO/AEO

Graphic design

Python

SharePoint

Google Analytics

Education

Bachelor of Science or equivalent

ACE certification

MCSD certification

Front-end framework certifications

Tools

SharePoint

Adobe Photoshop

Illustrator

Google Analytics

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

The Senior Web Developer is responsible for creating visually appealing, user-friendly websites that align with company's business goals, combining creativity with technical skills in design and front-end development. Responsible for auditing existing platforms and establishing an active plan to redesign and enhance our public-facing website and our intranet channels. This role drives engagement and builds trust at first contact. The incumbent is tasked with creating a new visual presence, transform and write content, develop a content management schedule to keep the website current, and ensure websites are functional and optimized for user experience.

This role will be on-site 3-days a week in our Cambridge, MA facility.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Recommendation of Host Site: Evaluate and develop an active plan to redesign current public-facing website and determine a host platform that will improve ser experience and interface. Requires extensive knowledge to transition (end-to-end) from current to a best-in-class platform.


• Front-End and Back-End Coding: Lead design, development, and ongoing management of external website and build, configure, and maintain Draper's intranet pages created on SharePoint.


• Content Management Strategy: Develops and maintains a proactive content management strategy to ensure relevant information is posted and sites remain current.


• Testing and Optimization: Performs compatibility and accessibility testing across browsers and devices, optimize for speed and scalability, and implement SEO/AEO elements.


• Project Management: Participate in planning, prototyping, and documentation, sometimes leading projects or mentoring junior developers.

Skills/Abilities

• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to create and streamline content, interact and partner with subject matter experts, and understand industry regulations. Able to translate client requirements into functional, visually appealing designs. Demonstrated Experience: Managed or redesigned a website from end-to-end.


• Technical Skills: While primarily focused on design, this candidate must have experience with HTML, Content Management System platforms, Python, JavaScript, Google Analytics, and web development proficiency. Must also have proficiency in graphic design software, e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and front-end frameworks. Documenting design processes and maintaining backfiles for websites. Ensure accessibility for users with disabilities, following web standards.


• Design and Content Creation: Graphic design, and user experience (UX)/user interface (UI) understanding.


• Content Management: Create, manage, and optimize digital content, including search & answer engine optimization (SEO/AEO).


• SharePoint: Knowledge and skills of SharePoint development for building solutions in SharePoint and Microsoft Teams. Understanding of Microsoft Graph AP and REST API principles to securely connect and manipulate SharePoint data.


• UX/UI Understanding: Ability to translate user goals into intuitive online experiences, including wireframes, mockups, and style guides.


• Problem-solving and Attention to Detail: Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot issues and optimize website performance.

Education

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent


• Certifications preferred include Adobe Certified Expert (ACE), Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD), or front-end framework certifications.

Experience

• 8 years of knowledgeable website development experience.

Additional Job Description:

Applicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain an US government security clearance.

Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$95,000.00 - $245,000.00

Benefits

• workplace flexibility


• employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga


• health and finance workshops


• off site social events


• discounts to local museums and cultural activities

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].