Web Developer

Description

Cambridge Systematics, Inc. (CS) is shaping the future of transportation. We are industry leaders, transportation specialists dedicated to ensuring that transportation investments can deliver the best possible results. By providing innovative policy and planning solutions, objective analyses and technology applications, we help our clients anticipate and meet future transportation needs while improving the performance of existing infrastructure and operations. Above all, we are committed to our clients’ success in making transportation better for future generations.

Our Software business unit is a leading provider of transportation software solutions, combining outstanding domain knowledge with superb information technology and software engineering skills. We take pride in our suite of tools and applications, which impact millions of travelers and bring substantial operational benefits to our clients. Our offerings include off-the-shelf products and customized solutions for a wide variety of transportation applications, including real-time customer information systems, mobility and trip planning tools, permitting and safety systems and transportation planning and modeling tools.

We are looking for a part-time Web Developer responsible for building and maintaining website and web applications using HTML5, CSS3 / SASS, and PHP to join our Software team.   The role focuses on front-end styling and responsive design we well as back-end scripting and content management (CMS) integration.

The Web Developer will ensure websites are functional, user-friendly and easy to update via popular CMS platforms.   They will work under the guidance of senior developers to write clean code, troubleshoot issues and implement new features.

The Web Developer will be responsible for the following :

Front-End Development : Create and style web pages using HTML5 and CSS3 (with SASS preprocessor) to match design specifications and ensure cross-browser compatibility and responsive layout for various devices.

Back-End Scripting : Develop and maintain server-side functionality using PHP. This includes form handling, dynamic page generation, and database interactions (e.g. MySQL) to support web features.

C MS Integration : Work with content management systems to develop or customize themes, templates, and plugins, and facilitate easy content updates and ensure CMS-based sites are secure and up-to-date.

Testing and Debugging : Assist in testing web applications across different browsers / devices.

Collaboration : Work closely with senior developers and designers to integrate front-end and back-end components, and follow best coding practices and participate in code reviews to learn and uphold quality standards.

Position Requirements

1+ years of graphic design and web development experience

Proficiency in HTML, CSS (including SASS), JavaScript, PHP

Familiarity with use of Figma

Understanding of common CMS platforms

Version control (GitHub)

Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to work individually and within a team environment

Ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality client-facing work

Preferred Qualifications

Statamic and / or Laravel experience

Experience with the Adobe Creative Suite : Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator

Cambridge Systematics is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a culture in which every voice is valued, where employees have a sense of belonging and connection with one another and to the organization, and they feel empowered to do their best work. We are committed to providing an inclusive culture within the firm and we encourage people of all backgrounds to apply to our open positions.

If you think you have what it takes but aren’t sure you meet all the requirements of this job, we invite you to connect with us. We value all perspectives and life experiences and want to hear about yours.

EOE AA M / F / VET / DISABILITY

Hourly Rate : $55-$75