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The Colgate University ITS team is seeking a collaborative, creative thinker who is motivated to build, modernize, and support our web presence. This position is responsible for providing support and optimizing the user experience for Colgate’s web content management systems and other Colgate websites, which includes building new websites, enhancing existing websites, developing custom templates and add-ons, creating custom modules, and front-end development. Additionally, this position is accountable for maintaining expertise in emergent AI technologies that intersect with existing web technologies and protocols and guiding their adoption and implementation.
The successful candidate will have a solid knowledge of Drupal web development. Experience with Lando and GitHub is helpful as well. This position is responsible for regular Drupal maintenance and for maintaining its security and performance within our hosting environment. WordPress management experience is helpful, as this position will provide occasional support for our Domain of One’s Own environment. The Developer will work closely with colleagues in Communications and ITS to assess the impact of new AI technology developments to ensure Colgate maintains a strong web presence.
Five or more years of experience with Drupal management and development.
Demonstrated experience working in modern Javascript frameworks such as React
WordPress management experience.
Experience with GitHub, MariaDB (or other RDBMS), PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Demonstrated expertise with AI/ML tools and frameworks.
Working knowledge of relational database systems within a LAMP stack; ability to create and manage database structures as needed for development and troubleshooting.
Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Proven excellence in client contact and ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to constituents with a variety of technical backgrounds.
Understanding of modern web accessibility standards (WCAG).
A continuous learning mindset with a passion for staying updated on the latest web development trends, AI technologies, and best practices.
Demonstrated understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the academic, cultural, and social diversity in the Colgate University community.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience evaluating and correcting WCAG compliance.
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field, or equivalent additional professional experience in essential duties and responsibilities.
Master’s degree preferred.
Colgate University’s Information Technology Services (ITS) is a dynamic organization that serves the diverse technology needs of the university community. Comprised of several functional areas, Classrooms, Digital Media & Events; Data Analytics & Decision Support; Engagement & Support; Information Security; Learning & Applied Innovation; and Services & Shared Infrastructure, ITS prides itself on exceptional customer service and building collaborative relationships to meet the unique needs of our liberal arts campus. ITS endeavors to foster an inclusive environment that values diversity, professional development, creativity, and innovation to support the growth of individuals and the organization.
Position Overview
Company
Colgate University
Location
Hamilton, NY
Job Type
Full time
Salary
$85,000 - $90,000Five or more years of experience with Drupal management and development. Demonstrated experience working in modern Javascript frameworks such as React WordPress management experience. Experience with GitHub, MariaDB (or other RDBMS), PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Demonstrated expertise with AI/ML tools and frameworks. Working knowledge of relational database systems within a LAMP stack; ability to create and manage database structures as needed for development and troubleshooting. Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Proven excellence in client contact and ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to constituents with a variety of technical backgrounds. Understanding of modern web accessibility standards (WCAG). A continuous learning mindset with a passion for staying updated on the latest web development trends, AI technologies, and best practices. Demonstrated understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the academic, cultural, and social diversity in the Colgate University community. Preferred Qualifications Experience evaluating and correcting WCAG compliance.
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Position Details
The Colgate University ITS team is seeking a collaborative, creative thinker who is motivated to build, modernize, and support our web presence. This position is responsible for providing support and optimizing the user experience for Colgate’s web content management systems and other Colgate websites, which includes building new websites, enhancing existing websites, developing custom templates and add-ons, creating custom modules, and front-end development. Additionally, this position is accountable for maintaining expertise in emergent AI technologies that intersect with existing web technologies and protocols and guiding their adoption and implementation.
The successful candidate will have a solid knowledge of Drupal web development. Experience with Lando and GitHub is helpful as well. This position is responsible for regular Drupal maintenance and for maintaining its security and performance within our hosting environment. WordPress management experience is helpful, as this position will provide occasional support for our Domain of One’s Own environment. The Developer will work closely with colleagues in Communications and ITS to assess the impact of new AI technology developments to ensure Colgate maintains a strong web presence.
Five or more years of experience with Drupal management and development.
Demonstrated experience working in modern Javascript frameworks such as React
WordPress management experience.
Experience with GitHub, MariaDB (or other RDBMS), PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Demonstrated expertise with AI/ML tools and frameworks.
Working knowledge of relational database systems within a LAMP stack; ability to create and manage database structures as needed for development and troubleshooting.
Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Proven excellence in client contact and ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to constituents with a variety of technical backgrounds.
Understanding of modern web accessibility standards (WCAG).
A continuous learning mindset with a passion for staying updated on the latest web development trends, AI technologies, and best practices.
Demonstrated understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the academic, cultural, and social diversity in the Colgate University community.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience evaluating and correcting WCAG compliance.
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field, or equivalent additional professional experience in essential duties and responsibilities.
Master’s degree preferred.
Colgate University’s Information Technology Services (ITS) is a dynamic organization that serves the diverse technology needs of the university community. Comprised of several functional areas, Classrooms, Digital Media & Events; Data Analytics & Decision Support; Engagement & Support; Information Security; Learning & Applied Innovation; and Services & Shared Infrastructure, ITS prides itself on exceptional customer service and building collaborative relationships to meet the unique needs of our liberal arts campus. ITS endeavors to foster an inclusive environment that values diversity, professional development, creativity, and innovation to support the growth of individuals and the organization.
