Teaching Assistant Web Developer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary Range: $85,409 - $111,031

Hampton Roads Transit is not considering applicants for this position that require any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but is not limited to F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1.

Hampton Roads Transit is looking for dynamic, customer service oriented, and energetic people to become part of a committed team providing excellent and effective public transportation to the Hampton Roads region. In addition to rewarding careers and professional development opportunities, we offer unmatched benefits and competitive wages in a stimulating environment that will provide you with the flexibility and training tools to grow.

HRT is seeking a motivated and technically proficient Web Developer to design, develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise web applications, public-facing websites, and custom business solutions. This position requires hands-on software development experience across modern web technologies, CMS platforms, databases, and server environments.

The successful candidate will work closely with Digital Services & Web Development staff, analysts, designers, and stakeholders to deliver secure, high-quality web solutions that meet business requirements and provide excellent user experiences. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to independently manage assigned projects, follow established development processes, participate in code reviews, and maintain high standards of quality assurance throughout the software development lifecycle.

Essential Job Functions:

(Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)

Software Development

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain modern web applications and websites.
• Develop custom functionality using Angular, PHP, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and related technologies.
• Build, maintain, and troubleshoot integrations between web applications, databases, APIs, and third-party services.
• Participate in application architecture discussions and technical solution design.

Source Control & DevOps

• Utilize Git-based source control workflows for all development activities.
• Participate in code reviews and peer review processes.
• Support CI/CD deployment pipelines and structured release management procedures.
• Maintain development, testing, and production environments according to established standards.

Database & Server Administration

• Develop and maintain database-driven applications utilizing MySQL/MariaDB and related technologies.
• Assist with administration and troubleshooting of Linux-based web hosting environments.
• Support web server management using tools such as cPanel, WHM, Apache, and related technologies.
• Monitor website and application performance and implement optimization recommendations.

QA & Testing

• Perform thorough quality assurance testing prior to deployment.
• Validate functionality across browsers, devices, operating systems, and accessibility requirements.
• Create and execute test plans and document defects and resolutions.
• Investigate and resolve software defects in a timely manner.

Project Delivery

• Manage assigned work items through Jira or approved project management systems.
• Accurately estimate effort and communicate project status, risks, and dependencies.
• Follow established development standards, documentation requirements & change management procedures.
• Independently manage assigned priorities with limited supervision.

Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills essential to Job Functions:Required Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript, PHP, and SQL.
• Experience developing custom WordPress themes, plugins, and integrations.
• Experience developing and maintaining applications within a LAMP stack environment.
• Strong understanding of REST APIs and web service integrations.
• Experience working with relational databases including MySQL/MariaDB.
• Experience using Git-based version control systems in a collaborative development environment.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment practices.
• Familiarity with Linux web server administration.
• Experience troubleshooting performance, security, and application stability issues.

Professional Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to follow established development processes and standards.
• Strong attention to detail with an emphasis on quality assurance and testing.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage assigned priorities.
• Consistently produces thoroughly tested work requiring minimal rework.
• Ability to identify potential issues proactively and recommend solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated accountability and ability to meet deadlines without excessive supervision.

Required Software Knowledge and Skills essential to Job Functions:

Proficiency in using computer systems and the listed software applications associated with performance of assigned work is essential. Basic problem-solving skills associated with software applications used is expected. Software usage relevant to job duties will be evaluated.

Software applications:

Required experience with:

• Git
• HTML, CSS, JS & PHP
• Adobe Photoshop
• Visual Studio Code or comparable IDE
• WordPress
• MySQL/MariaDB
• cPanel / WHM
• Microsoft Office

Preferred:

• Jira
• Angular
• Linux command line tools

Safety Responsibility:

Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures and policies. Take an active part in reporting unsafe conditions and any hazards within the workplace to their Supervisor, Manager and/or the Safety Department.

Training and/or Education:

BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or similar experience required.

Required Experience:

Four (4) years or more of professional web application development experience designing, developing, testing, and supporting production web applications and websites. Experience should include participation in source-controlled development environments, deployment processes, and database-driven applications.

Licenses or Certificates:

Possess a valid Driver's License. Acquire a Virginia Driver's License within 60 days after the date of hire (in instances when an out of state license is not the applicant's current state of residence).

Special Requirements:

This position is classified as essential personnel.

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Unusual Demands:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work involves meeting multiple demands on a timely basis. Duties may require some overtime.