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Teal Media Senior Back-end Developer in Remote, District Of Columbia
Teal Media is seeking an enthusiastic senior developer for a full-time position. You will help bring our award-winning designs to life working along a dedicated team of designers and developers.
Ideal Location: Remote (US residents only)
Who We Are
Teal Media is a full-service creative and design agency with a conscience. We believe purposeful design can transform organizations, inspire action, and enable progress. Our clients and nonprofit partners commit their lives to creating positive social change. We pour every ounce of our passion and skill into their success, because we, too, want the world to be a better place. We offer a variety of strategic, creative, and technical services, including brand strategy, web design and development, and creative support.
We are a woman-owned and woman-led firm with a diverse staff. At Teal Media, we value our people above all else and choose to work with partners and clients who share those beliefs.
Your Team
This role is under the Development team. You will report to the Technical Director and work closely with the Development, Content, and Creative teams.
What You'll Do
Work with senior members of the development team to implement technical aspects of the company's vision and strategy to ensure alignment with its business goals.
Assist in researching and establishing methodologies, frameworks and other technical strategies
Contribute to the business development process by representing Teal on the technical front on proposals and pitches
Be a part of the hiring process when necessary
Create custom-coded websites built on open-source tools (WordPress and others), including primarily back-end theme creation and plugin development
Demonstrate high proficiency in WordPress and related technologies
Utilize your experience to understand, recommend and implement appropriate solutions for complex technical issues
Serve as lead developer on stand-alone web-based projects as well as support retainer development tasks for existing clients
Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs
Train/educate clients as needed
Manage updates, changes, and feature additions to existing projects
Conduct quality assurance and testing on project deliverables
Lead technical solutions discovery on projects
Assist in researching and establishing methodologies, frameworks and other technical strategies
Communicate and collaborate with internal and external project team members
Collaborate closely with and provide technical guidance to team members and clients
Regularly consult with team members on code deliverables to ensure work meets project requirements before sharing with the client
Train clients and/or internal team on how to manage and maintain all built functionality
Ideal Candidates Will Have
5+ years of back-end coding experience
Great attention and appreciation of the details
Very comfortable with coding ‘from scratch' as well as light use of existing frameworks
Understanding of the website design and development process, including working knowledge of git, mobile responsive design, and accessibility standards
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Are able to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks efficiently
Enjoys working with external stakeholders
Bonus points: Experience working in an agency or with nonprofits
Salary & Level
Teal Media is committed to equity and transparency when it comes to salary and the growth of our people. This role is open to both level 2T and 3T in our progression framework and is determined by the candidate's unique background and experience.
Level: 3T
Official Title: Senior Developer
Department: Development
Salary Range: $100,000-$125,000
Level: 2T
Official Title: Developer
Department: Development
Salary Range: $90,000-$120,000
Benefits
Make a positive impact on mission-driven organizations and nonprofits while working in a fun, collaborative, and flexible environment. We're a nimble, close-knit group that values teamwork and individual contribution.
All our positions are remote (in the US), but we work to maintain a fun and engaging company culture.
Work from home (or at the beach!)
Professional Development Coaching
Yearly Continuing Education Stipend
Eligibility for bi-annual bonuses
Flexible Time Off and Unlimited Sick Leave
Compassionate Leave
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Company 401(k) with match
Flexible working hours
Flex Fridays - a day dedicated to self-directed work. Spend time working on the things you want - whether it be honing in on your craft or taking off a few hours early for your mental wellness!
Equal Opportunity Employer
If your experience doesn't exactly match the qualifications listed but you believe you would shine in this role, we want to hear from you! Please apply and tell us why you're the right person for the job.
Black & Indigenous people of color, immigrants, women, and femmes, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and formerly incarcerated or systems-impacted people are highly encouraged to apply.
Teal Media is an equal-opportunity employer that values a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. Teal Media encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status.
Teal Media does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, country of origin, citizenship, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, political affiliation, exercising one's right to family care and medical leave, medical condition, including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions, or any other category protected by local, state, or federal laws. We are not offering US visa sponsorship at this time.