Web Development Specialist
Madison, WI - USA
Job Summary
Were on the hunt for an experienced Web Development Specialist to build maintain and optimize the branded marketing and e-commerce websites that anchor our clients digital presence. As we continue growing our agency we need a developer whos as comfortable diagnosing a broken checkout flow on a Shopify store as they are scoping a full WordPress build from a Figma file and who can move between the two without losing a step. Expect the work to split roughly down the middle: about half keeping existing sites fast secure accessible and reliable and about half building new sites features and enhancements.
This is a multi-client agency environment which means youll move between several projects in a single day. Priorities shift interruptions happen and the person who thrives here is the one who can switch gears quickly without dropping this role the Senior Web Specialist will demonstrate ownership over their work. We dont want someone who waits to be told what to do; were looking for an individual with initiative someone who can pull from the project queue judge what matters most and keep work moving toward the finish line.
Youll also be the technical voice in the room. That means serving as the go-to resource when a build gets complicated setting the standards and workflows the rest of the team develops against and mentoring other developers through code review and knowledge sharing. Just as importantly it means translating: this role works shoulder-to-shoulder with design copy digital account management and leadership so youll need to explain technical tradeoffs to non-technical audiences clearly enough that everyone can make a good decision together.
Other things this role entails:
Maintaining updating and troubleshooting existing WordPress and Shopify marketing and e-commerce sites with an eye on performance security accessibility and SEO best practices
Developing and enhancing sites across WordPress WooCommerce Shopify and BigCommerce working within existing themes and frameworks with custom development where the project calls for it
Translating UX/UI recommendations from Figma into accurate high-quality builds in close collaboration with our design and digital teams
Building testing and deploying marketing and email integrations including Klaviyo and Mailchimp
Scoping projects with clients and account managers: assessing complexity providing reliable time estimates and flagging risks dependencies and scope creep before they become problems
Tracking project progress and communicating consistently across teams to keep handoffs smooth and expectations shared
Establishing documenting and upholding development standards and best practices across all web projects
Supporting other web developers through code review technical guidance and knowledge sharing
Keeping organized documentation assets and records for both active and completed work
Staying ahead of web development trends and recommending improvements that strengthen The Digital Rings web capabilities
Identifying process improvements that increase efficiency profitability and team capacity
Qualifications :
The ideal candidate will have:
At least 3 years of professional web development experience
At least 1 year of experience in a client-facing multi-account agency role
A bachelors degree in Web Development Graphic Design or a related field
Demonstrated professional experience with WordPress WooCommerce Shopify Webflow and comfort working from Figma files
Proficiency in HTML CSS PHP JavaScript and MySQL
Experience working within pre-built themes and corporate design systems
Familiarity with HubSpot GTM and Mailchimp integrations
SEO optimization and performance tuning experience
Proven ability to scope projects accurately estimate timelines and assess budget impact
Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and switch gears quickly
The ability to work effectively under frequent interruptions and shifting priorities
Strong organizational skills and a genuine attention to detail
Critical thinking and analytical problem-solving instincts
Prior experience mentoring or supporting other developers in an agency or team environment
A team-first mentality with a willingness to mentor and support peers
Adaptability and openness to feedback
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
A collaborative solutions-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Additional Information :
Job Classification: Salaried exempt
Physical Requirements & Demands: Primarily sedentary work exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally or a negligible amount frequently. Primary working position-sitting with occasional standing walking stooping crouching and kneeling; frequent reaching carrying lifting pushing pulling grasping typing talking-speaking clearly hearing-conversation and seeing-near.
Work Environment: Full-time remote
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Digital Ring is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider candidates regardless of age color disability ethnicity family or marital status gender identity or expression language national origin physical and mental ability political affiliation race religion sexual orientation socio-economic status veteran status and any other consideration covered by federal state and local laws.
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
The Digital Ring isn’t your average marketing agency. We’re an award-winning crew of business-minded strategists, creatives, and developers. We work with clients big and small — across a wide range of industries — offering web design & development, SEO, content marketing & copywriting ... View more