Web Developer

Posted: 05-Feb-26

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan

Categories: Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 273669

Applications are welcomed and encouraged from all qualified individuals regardless of background and identity. To apply, please complete the application on the U-M Careers site. A one page letter of interest is required for consideration and should be attached as the first page of your resume.

The letter of interest should address your specific interest in the position and outline experience that is directly related to this position. Your letter should also include links to Drupal sites you have maintained and a short list modules or themes you have written or customized.

Join the School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS) as our Web Developer and help shape engaging, secure, and high-performing digital experiences for a vibrant and diverse academic community. In this dynamic role, you'll provide direct support for faculty, research, and administrative websites, ensuring their stability and security, while also managing the main institutional SEAS website. You will apply best practices in web administration, including development, operations, security hardening, compliance and performance optimization.

You will report directly to the SEAS Director of Information Technology Services.

This position can be filled at the intermediate or senior level depending on experience.

If you're eager to collaborate, innovate, and make an impact in an inclusive environment, we encourage you to apply and grow with us!

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related STEM field, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in web administration, development, and/or engineering, particularly for public-facing platforms.
• Solid understanding of web security practices.
• Proficiency with Drupal and WordPress, including multisite management.
• Proficient in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (with experience in frameworks like React, Vue, or Angular), PHP or Python, and relational databases.
• Demonstrated commitment to web accessibility, implementing and auditing WCAG 2.1 AA standards. Familiarity with SEO principles, performance tuning, and accessibility best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully collaborating with diverse teams or populations, employing a positive and engaging approach.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and maintaining productivity and timeliness.
• Ability to build positive working relationships through clear communication and empathy.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Additional Information:

• Salary and classification level will be determined based on experience.
• Candidates must be located within a reasonable commuting distance to the University of Michigan Ann Arbor campus.
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
• Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.