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Apex Systems

Web Developer

Norwood, MA

Primarily, the Web Developer works on web-based employee benefits communications and education ... Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently with minimal guidance.

Hexplora

Java/Web Developer

Holyoke, MA · On-site

Title :Java/Web Engineer Consultant with AWS technologies. Location: Holyoke ,MA(Hybrid) The ... Independent worker able to clear their own blocks NICE TO HAVE · Experience with PL.SQL skills.

IndSoft Inc

Web Developer II

Westborough, MA · On-site

Ability to independently manage a varied workload of complex high visibility projects with multiple priorities. • Programming background (Java, Beanshell preferred)DB (Oracle preferred)LDAP ...

IndSoft Inc

Web Developer II

Westborough, MA · On-site

Ability to independently manage a varied workload of complex high visibility projects with multiple priorities. Programming background (Java, Beanshell preferred)DB (Oracle preferred)LDAP (Microsoft ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for independent contractor web developer in Massachusetts is $49.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.79 and $59.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Independent Contractor Web Developer job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, and 40% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $102,493 per year, or $49.3 per hour.

Web Developer

Apex Systems

Norwood, MA

Contractor

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Apex Systems LLC, a division of On Assignment, is an IT staffing and services firm specializing in providing IT professionals for contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placements. Apex also offers recruitment solutions for other select professional skills and workforce needs

Job Description

Job Description: Working under the supervision of the Web Director (and other managers), the Web Developer works closely with the Account Management and Creative Services teams within Communications to create/manage web content (internal and external) aimed at variety of audiences. In handling these requests, he/she helps support broader company and client marketing/communications and business goals. Primarily, the Web Developer works on web-based employee benefits communications and education programs that Mercer provides for its clients. 

Additional responsibilities include:

Develop and test of microsites and landing pages.

Create/update HTML-based and Outlook emails.

Perform regular internal and client web updates and deploy these updates through a content management system.

Assist in quality control efforts, including testing web functionality, proofreading copy against original submissions to detect errors and inconsistencies, and regularly reviewing web content for problems.



Qualifications


QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS


Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technology degree is preferred.


3-5 years' experience in front-end web development, web-based design and publishing.


Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines.


Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently with minimal guidance.


Excellent communication, customer service, research, organization, decision-making, listening and detail-oriented analytical skills, including the ability to articulately explain any problem or bug and ability to describe how problems were fixed.


Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, Photoshop, Dreamweaver.


Experience with the following: JavaScript, jQuery, XML, Flash, CMS (Autonomy/Interwoven TeamSite), Google Analytics, Marketo, ConstantContact, ExactTarget responsive design.


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