Lead Web Developer

About Us

FPW Media is a full-service creative team of 40+ professionals with one focus : making the impossible possible for our clients. We partner with brands across industries including agriculture and timber, consumer products, healthcare, and professional services. From national campaigns to community initiatives, we design visuals, produce films, launch websites, and deliver marketing that drives measurable results.

What motivates us goes beyond deliverables. We’re driven by helping clients achieve growth, visibility, and impact. We thrive on creative problem-solving, the energy of collaboration, and the challenge of producing work that stands out in crowded markets. Our culture is fast-paced and ambitious, yet supportive and grounded in the belief that when our people grow, our company grows too.

Job Overview

The Lead Web Developer is both a builder and a leader, responsible for creating branded marketing and e-commerce websites while guiding the work of fellow developers. This role blends technical expertise with strategic oversight, ensuring every build is executed to the highest standard and aligned with company goals.

In addition to hands-on development, the Lead Web Developer manages project workloads, scopes timelines, and supports quoting and planning. The role mentors teammates, fosters accountability, and maintains consistent best practices. While not a direct people manager, this position is a key leadership role within our development work, helping shape the quality, efficiency, and culture of the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain marketing and e-commerce websites using WordPress, Shopify, BigCommerce, WooCommerce, and custom solutions
• Implement UX recommendations and optimize for performance, accessibility, and SEO best practices
• Build, test, and deploy marketing integrations including Klaviyo and Mailchimp
• Troubleshoot and resolve website issues quickly and effectively
• Manage and assign workload from the project queue, balancing resources and meeting deadlines
• Evaluate project requirements and provide accurate scope and timeline estimates for quoting and planning
• Mentor and support peers, promoting growth, accountability, and consistent best practices
• Work closely with account management, design, copy, digital, and leadership teams to ensure alignment
• Participate in client-facing meetings, translating technical concepts into clear recommendations for non-technical stakeholders
• Stay current with development trends and implement best practices across the team

Qualifications & Requirements

What We Offer

Join our team and be part of an innovative, fast-paced environment where your skills make a difference!