Contract Full Stack Web Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Your Opportunity

The Web Developer builds, optimizes and maintains high-performance of the company's corporate website and 150+ independently branded student housing community websites built with WordPress. This role focuses on design, development, and maintaining scalable web applications and internal tools, including complex WordPress multisite networks, Git workflows, version-controlled deployments. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise with a process-oriented mindset to support rebuilds, integrations and ongoing web enhancements and collaborates with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.      

This temporary position is based out of our office in Chicago, IL and is fully on-site.

Your Responsibilities

• Build and manage custom WordPress themes, plugins and PHP-based solutions, while optimizing multisite performance.
• Lead the design, development and maintenance of the company's websites, ensuring optimal functionality, user experience (UX) and accessibility.
• Lead the redesign and launch of websites for new acquisitions, ensuring a seamless brand integration.
• Troubleshoot cross-platform issues, perform root cause analysis and integrate third-party APIs to enhance functionality.
• Oversee website governance, ensuring consistency, accuracy and compliance with industry standards.

• Conduct UX audits and implement best practices to enhance engagement and lead conversion.
• Work closely with design and development teams to create user-friendly interfaces and mobile-responsive experiences.
• Leverage A/B testing and heat mapping tools to drive data-driven website improvements.
• Ensure compliance with ADA and WCAG accessibility standards.

• Implement SEO best practices, including content optimization, metadata management and structured data implementation.
• Track, analyze, and report on website traffic, engagement and conversion rates, providing strategic recommendations for improvement.
• Develop and deliver regular performance reports for leadership, highlighting insights and opportunities.

• Support Marketing and Sales team initiatives for campaigns, promos and events
• Manage integrations with third-party marketing tools, including CRM platforms, analytics tools and social media APIs.

• Manage relationships with web hosting providers, development agencies and software vendors.
• Oversee DNS management and ensure compliance with licensing agreements.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance website functionality and user experience.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Web development, UX design and digital marketing strategy.
• Strong proficiency in WordPress or similar CMS platforms.
• Expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP and front-end development.
• Experience with SEO strategy, website analytics, and conversion optimization.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Google Analytics and A/B testing tools.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and implement strategic improvements.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Operational Details

• Job location is based in-office at Scion's Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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