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# Senior Web Developer

- **Company:** Draper Labs
- **Location:** Cambridge, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $245,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Digital Content, Web Development, Google Analytics, Graphics Software, Human-Computer Interaction, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft SharePoint, Web Application Frameworks, Web Performance Optimization, Web Standards, Website Wireframe, Backend, Adobe, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs
- **Published:** October 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/87552531/1

## About the Role

* Strong Communication Skills: Ability to create and streamline content, interact and partner with subject matter experts, and understand industry regulations. Able to translate client requirements into functional, visually appealing designs. Demonstrated Experience: Managed or redesigned a website from end-to-end.
 * Technical Skills: While primarily focused on design, this candidate must have experience with HTML, Content Management System platforms, Python, JavaScript, Google Analytics, and web development proficiency. Must also have proficiency in graphic design software, e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and front-end frameworks. Documenting design processes and maintaining backfiles for websites. Ensure accessibility for users with disabilities, following web standards.
 * Design and Content Creation: Graphic design, and user experience (UX)/user interface (UI) understanding.
 * Content Management: Create, manage, and optimize digital content, including search & answer engine optimization (SEO/AEO).
 * SharePoint: Knowledge and skills of SharePoint development for building solutions in SharePoint and Microsoft Teams. Understanding of Microsoft Graph AP and REST API principles to securely connect and manipulate SharePoint data.
 * UX/UI Understanding: Ability to translate user goals into intuitive online experiences, including wireframes, mockups, and style guides.
 * Problem-solving and Attention to Detail: Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot issues and optimize website performance.

Education

 * Bachelor of Science or equivalent
 * Certifications preferred include Adobe Certified Expert (ACE), Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD), or front-end framework certifications.

Experience

 * 8 years of knowledgeable website development experience.

## Description

The Senior Web Developer is responsible for creating visually appealing, user-friendly websites that align with company's business goals, combining creativity with technical skills in design and front-end development. Responsible for auditing existing platforms and establishing an active plan to redesign and enhance our public-facing website and our intranet channels. This role drives engagement and builds trust at first contact. The incumbent is tasked with creating a new visual presence, transform and write content, develop a content management schedule to keep the website current, and ensure websites are functional and optimized for user experience., * Recommendation of Host Site: Evaluate and develop an active plan to redesign current public-facing website and determine a host platform that will improve ser experience and interface. Requires extensive knowledge to transition (end-to-end) from current to a best-in-class platform.

 * Front-End and Back-End Coding: Lead design, development, and ongoing management of external website and build, configure, and maintain Draper's intranet pages created on SharePoint.
 * Content Management Strategy: Develops and maintains a proactive content management strategy to ensure relevant information is posted and sites remain current.
 * Testing and Optimization: Performs compatibility and accessibility testing across browsers and devices, optimize for speed and scalability, and implement SEO/AEO elements.
 * Project Management: Participate in planning, prototyping, and documentation, sometimes leading projects or mentoring junior developers.