Web Developer
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Job Location:
Menomonie, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
17-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Position Title:
Web DeveloperJob Category:
Academic StaffEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
Software Eng/Developer IIIJob Duties:
University of Wisconsin- Stout welcomes your application for a new Web Developer career opportunity with our Learning and Information Technology (LIT) Department. The Web Developer will play a pivotal role in shaping the digital presence of our organization by developing and enhancing Drupal modules leading website design initiatives and delivering personalized experiences for our web audience. The developer will collaborate closely with Marketing and Communications (Marcom) and Learning and Information Technologies (LIT) teams to transform requirements into robust Drupal solutions. The ideal candidate will have experience with Drupal development user interface design and a background in database management. Anticipated start date January 12 2026
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Conducts systems analysis reviews and interprets system requirements and develops detailed system design specifications for system integration and upgrades
- Reviews application modules for quality assurance and checks compliance with application architecture standards
- Conducts analysis for the evaluation and selection of vendor software solutions and packages
- Designs and implements test plans and prepares systems test data
- Leads sub-functional team for application development or enhancement
- Prepares program documentation and training requirements
- Contributes to the development of data structure and systems performance strategies
- Develops prepares or modifies technical specifications for complex projects system integrations and upgrades
- Reviews application design specifications codes new applications and makes enhancements to existing applications
- Trains and provides technical guidance to lower level staff
Web Development
- Provide technical oversight for the UW-Stout website ensuring consistent application of CSS content and paragraph types allowing distributed users to create effective content within the branding guidelines.
- Provide project management for web site design branding site migration and other large-scale web initiatives.
- Leverage analytics tools and implement custom event tracking to gather insights on user engagement and content effectiveness. Collaborate with functional teams to interpret tracking data and inform decisions on web interface adjustments. Design develop and maintain Drupal modules to support new and existing web services and functions.
- Ensure code quality scalability and performance through best practices in Drupal module development. Document module architecture logic and APIs for ongoing maintenance and support.
- Identify and mitigate potential security vulnerabilities; respond to incidents such as denial of service and unwanted bot traffic; monitor logs and site performance; and manage threats through web application firewalls content distribution networks and other technologies.
- Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory policies regarding data privacy.
Database Management and Optimization
- Design create and optimize databases to support scalable and efficient data storage for Drupal modules and user activity logs.
- Write complex queries procedures and scripts to support data retrieval and processing needs.
- Ensure database integrity security and backup procedures are followed consistent with organizational policies.
- Leverage APIs to integrate Salesforce and other source data with Drupal modules.
- Monitor database performance proactively addressing bottlenecks and optimizing for speed and reliability.
- Assist in data migration integration and cleanup activities as required for new applications or enhancements.
Continuous Learning and Innovation
- Keep abreast of the latest trends best practices and emerging technologies in Drupal development web analytics personalization and database systems.
- Identify opportunities to incorporate new features tools or methodologies that can elevate the user experience or streamline development workflows.
- Attend relevant conferences webinars or training sessions to build expertise and contribute innovative ideas to the team.
Department:
Learning and Information Technology (LIT) is UW-Stouts steward of technology in support of education. We are committed to providing and maintaining secure high-quality reliable and flexible solutions in alignment with UW-Stouts mission and vision.
The Infrastructure Services (IS) department serves UW-Stouts academic community by providing desktop management of campus computers and computer labs network file storage email management and deployment of campus and lab-specific desktop software server management services for departments and authentication addition Technology and Networking (T&N) provides the campus voice and data network.
Compensation:
Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Required Qualifications:
A bachelors degree in computer science digital marketing or a related field.
Proven experience in Drupal module development and PHP programming.
Demonstrated expertise in database management (MS SQL MySQL PostgreSQL or similar).
Experience with tracking and analytics tools (Google Analytics Tag Manager or comparable platforms).
Knowledge of JavaScript HTML CSS and other front-end technologies.
Excellent problem-solving analytical and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate clearly across multiple functional areas both technical and non-technical.
A fundamental knowledge of Artificial Intelligence and its use in the design function and development related to web development.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience planning and leading a redesign of an enterprise website.
Strong understanding of web personalization concepts and technologies.
Familiarity with Salesforce integration and workflows.
Experience developing solutions for higher education environments.
How to Apply:
Complete applications received by end of day October 28 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications submitted after October 28th may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until position is filled.
To apply click on the APPLY button or go to: application materials:
Cover letter (* See below)
Curriculum vitae or resume
Official transcripts will be prior to an offer being extended.
All final candidates will be asked to provide names email contact information and/or phone numbers for three (3) references with at least one being from a manager or supervisor during the interview process.
Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required qualification describe your relevant experience using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.
It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to provide reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual with a disability.
Contact Information:
For questions regarding this position or recruitment please contact:
Search Chair: Clara Ries
If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all the required application materials please contact:
Search Coordinator: Lori Sweitzer
Guidelines to ensure consideration:
Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required application materials.
Within your cover letter address each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications specified for this position. For each required qualification describe your relevant experience using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.
It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individuals disability.
The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees.
Employee Benefits: calculate the estimated value of your total compensation use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator Employee Benefits ()
Employment is contingent upon the final candidates completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office. Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function test as applicable. The reference check process includes asking the final candidates professional references questions regarding employee misconductsexual violenceandsexual harassment. Reference checks must be conducted at a minimum with three professional references at least one of which must be a prior supervisor.
Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.
In response to a public records request the Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Key Skills
- Bootstrap
- CSS
- .NET
- HTML5
- React
- Node.js
- Web Development
- AJAX
- Angular
- MySQL
- JavaScript
- PHP
