Entry Level Front End Web Developer Jobs in California

About the Team

You will be part of the Web Development team who is responsible for analyzing, designing, programming, de-bugging, and modifying front-end solutions/enhancements and/or new products used in local, networked or Internet-related computer programs.  The team uses html, CSS and JavaScript, writes code, and performs testing and debugging and works with Site Ops and/or PM to get through testing and launches.

About The Role

This role will own the development of the front-end user experience, ensuring that all components follow overall technical architecture and design standards. The developer should be able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, taking on multiple projects at any given time.

Responsibilities:

• Closely collaborate with creative design and technology teams to develop and implement innovative solutions to ecommerce challenges.
• Participate in scoping and planning of special projects.
• Take features from the design stage through production.
• Proactively share trends and forecasts of new and interesting technology.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize existing features, as well as ability to prototype and implement new features.
• Build efficient, reusable systems.
• Completes tasks within committed deadlines; identifies and escalates any issues that arise.

Criteria:

• 2+ years of front-end development work in an ecommerce environment.
• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field of work or equivalent work experience.
• Thorough understanding of HTML, CSS & SASS.
• An advanced understanding of JavaScript.
• Understanding of good design principles and ability to adhere to complex design specifications during implementation.
• Experience developing web applications for a variety of devices like mobile and touch.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) and version control systems.
• Experience with analytics and testing solutions (e.g. Omniture, Test & Target).
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) to accelerate coding, debugging and documentation tasks. 
• Ability to critically evaluate and refine AI-generated code to ensure quality, performance and alignment with existing codebase standards. 
• Experience incorporating AI into development workflows (e.g., generating components, troubleshooting issues, or accelerating prototyping).
• Strong commitment to web standards, with a focus on web and interface development.  
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately estimate and scope development work.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Experience with social media development.
• Strong communication skills.
• Competency in the Adobe Suite of tools.
• Thorough understanding of browser specs and platform issues.
• This role requires being onsite in the San Francisco office Monday through Thursday. 

Our Culture & Values 

We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.

People First 

Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:

Benefits

• A generous discount on all WSI brands

• A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities

• Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer

• Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits

• Tax-free commuter benefits

• A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

Continued Learning

• In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University

• Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities 

• Resources for self-development

• Advisor (Mentor) program

• Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series          

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Williams-Sonoma, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, or other applicable state or local laws and ordinances.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.

Our Company
Founded in 1956, Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is the premier specialty retailer of high-quality products for the kitchen and home in the United States. Our family of brands are Williams Sonoma, Williams Sonoma Home, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pottery Barn Teen, Rejuvenation, West Elm, Mark & Graham, Outward, and GreenRow. These brands are among the best known and most respected in the industry. We offer beautifully-designed, stylish and functional products for every area of the home, including the kitchen, living room, bedroom, home office, closet, laundry room and even outdoor spaces. We've seen some big changes since our first brick-and-mortar store opened more than half of a century ago. What hasn't changed is our passion for high-quality products, functional design, outstanding customer service, and enhancing the lives of our customers and the communities where we operate. Today, we're a multi-brand, multi-channel, global enterprise supported by state-of-the-art technology and some of the most talented teams in retailing - and we're always looking for new energy and ideas.