Summary

The Web Application Developer designs, builds, tests, implements, and maintains web pages and web applications for the University's website that are reliable and accessible and support the University's communications and internet strategies. The position uses a variety of internet technologies, techniques, and tools such as graphics software applications and programming and object-oriented languages (i.e. XML, XSL, PHP) to create and maintain web applications and web page elements. The position is responsible for ensuring optimal Content Management System operation for all users, including maintaining server security.

Job description

Job Summary

The Web Application Developer designs, builds, tests, implements, and maintains web pages and web applications for the University's website that are reliable and accessible and support the University's communications and internet strategies. The position uses a variety of internet technologies, techniques, and tools such as graphics software applications and programming and object-oriented languages (i.e. XML, XSL, PHP) to create and maintain web applications and web page elements. The position is responsible for ensuring optimal Content Management System operation for all users, including maintaining server security.

Primary Job Responsibilities

Designs, builds, tests, and implements websites, web pages, and web applications with applications such as HTML, XML, XSL, CSS, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, and JQuery; performs web database integration; communicates with functional or operational area managers and other CMS users to design web applications and web pages that are consistent with agreed specifications and with the overall design and architecture of the University's website
Maintains the website, web pages, and web applications; provides technical web support for efforts involving student recruitment, development and alumni support, promotion of programs, web advertising, website updates, and site design and navigation for colleges, schools, departments, and programs; analyzes, investigates, and solves technical problems associated with web pages, web applications and cloud server security; recommends and implements improvements in order to minimize disruptions of the University's web service
Assists in systems administration, troubleshooting, and hardware or software upgrades; researches, tests, and integrates new web products with existing web applications to improve the functionality and/or design
Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of web development, applications, and technology
Knowledge of programming and graphic design
Interpersonal/human relations skills
Project management skills
Written and verbal communications skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to perform work that is technically oriented, working on various platforms, including Microsoft and Apple
Ability to recognize trends in web development

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
Five or more years of programming or website design experience

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
Five or more years of programming or website design experience
Knowledge of web development, applications, and technology
Knowledge of programming and graphic design
Interpersonal/human relations skills
Project management skills
Written and verbal communications skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to perform work that is technically oriented, working on various platforms, including Microsoft and Apple
Ability to recognize trends in web development

Benefits

Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
Retirement Plan Match
Tuition Remission
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program

Company overview

Saint Louis University (SLU) is a private Jesuit research university located in St. Louis, Missouri, founded in 1818. As one of the oldest Catholic universities in the United States, SLU offers comprehensive undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across diverse disciplines. The university maintains a strong commitment to research and scholarship, with particular strengths in health sciences, medicine, law, business, and social sciences. SLU operates a major academic medical center and is recognized for its contributions to biomedical research, clinical care, and community health initiatives. The university's research enterprise includes numerous centers and institutes focused on areas such as cancer research, neuroscience, global health, and social justice. With its Jesuit mission emphasizing education of the whole person and service to humanity, SLU combines rigorous academic programs with a dedication to ethical leadership and social responsibility. The institution plays a significant role in the St. Louis metropolitan area as both an educational leader and a major employer.