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Role: Web Developer
Department: Operations
Location: Bellingham, WA (remote options available)
Employment Type: Full-time salaried
Professional Level: Specialist
Salary Range: $47k-$68k Annually (Depending on Experience)
About the Operations Team:
The Operations team at the Non-GMO Project is all about keeping the Non-GMO Project plane flying. From recruiting to policymaking, finance to legal, business intelligence to facility management, everything we do comes from the belief that the wellbeing of our people matters, the integrity of our systems is critical, and the smooth running of this plane is paramount. We are number crunchers, strategic organizers, team builders, human resource facilitators, talent seekers, question askers, party planners, and information analysts. If you’re interested in working with a team of service-minded individuals who can juggle competing priorities and spearhead process improvements just as well as they can throw a party, then the Operations team is for you.
About the Non-GMO Project
The Non-GMO Project is a non-profit organization offering rigorous product verification and trustworthy education that empowers people to care for themselves, the planet, and future generations. The work culture at the Project is informed by our values. We believe in the power of our individual and collective choices, and care not only about what we’re doing as an organization, but also about who we are being and becoming through our everyday actions.
As an equal opportunity employer, the Non-GMO Project embraces the pursuit of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work as critical to our mission. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, national origin, color, gender (including gender identity), sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, family, marital or parental status, religious affiliation, creed, the presence of any physical, mental or sensory impairment, immigrant status, age, personal appearance, veteran status or any other protected class in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. We collectively uphold this commitment.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for candidates who have a knack for design and user experience as well as expertise in optimizing back-end systems. As we overhaul our websites and applications, this role will play an integral part in leading and implementing the website redesign. This work will enhance the user experience for our clients, stakeholders, partners, and the public.
Who You Are
Proficient in front-end languages HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript
Experienced with back-end languages and applications such as PHP/Laravel
Experienced working with graphic designers and converting designs/wireframes to code
Proficient in building custom WordPress templates, editing sites in WordPress, and utilizing advanced custom fields
Strong understanding of the entire web development lifecycle (design, development, deployment, and maintenance)
Familiarity with API testing platforms such as ReadyAPI
Motivated and passionate about working in a mission-driven organization
Independently able to manage a diverse range of assignments and projects with high efficiency, attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through
A self-starter who is internally motivated to solve problems and take initiative
Able to effectively collaborate in a team environment
Eager to learn new systems, software, methodologies, etc.
Adaptable to change
Committed to and engaged with issues of social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusiveness
Areas of Responsibility
Write maintainable and reusable code
Debug issues and implement fixes
Design, develop, maintain, test, and troubleshoot web API performance (SOAP, REST)
Gather continuous feedback from users, customers, and colleagues
Advise the marketing team on website opportunities and supporting implementation with the digital agencies
Own functionality and performance of multiple branded websites across all development stages, from new build to maintenance
Manage and scale hosting services with WPEngine
Manage back-end databases and applications for web development
Test and optimize websites, code, and assets for speed and scalability over multiple devices and browsers
Write technical documentation
Experience You Bring
We place a high value on lived experience coupled with professional experience
3+ years experience coding with front-end programming languages HTML/CSS/JavaScript
3+ years of experience working with WordPress and related technologies
1+ year experience coding with back-end languages such as PHP, Laravel framework
Familiarity with JavaScript frameworks like AngularJS, React, Vue.JS
Solid understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and known solutions
Understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX
Experience with databases used for web development such as MySQL
An interest in food systems, the natural products industry, or the GMO issue
Current Benefit Package
Health, vision, and dental insurance (80% of employee premiums covered for HMO and PPO Plans, 100% of employee premium paid for HSA plan)
Paid time off: 10 paid holidays, your birthday, 8 care days, paid vacation starting at 10 days and accruing up to 25 days a year
$1500/year employee training & development budget
401k Retirement Option and 3% employer match
Annual Variable Pay (per person bonus)
$30 Monthly Commuter/WFH benefit
Flexible schedule and remote work arrangements
About Your Application
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and work samples or portfolio to this link: https://nongmoproject.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=28&source=aWQ9Ng%3D%3D.
Your cover letter should address your interest in working with the Non-GMO Project and any particular skills or strengths you feel would qualify you for this role. As part of our application and candidate selection process, we invite you to answer some questions in addition to providing your resume and cover letter. Our intention is to provide all candidates with an opportunity to share more about themselves prior to the interview stage. These questions are not intended to screen out applicants, they are an invitation to lean in. Please answer in a way that feels authentic to you. We hold ourselves accountable for creating an equitable recruitment process for each candidate. To learn more about our organization, please visit our website (www.nongmoproject.org).
Reasonable Accommodations
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