Job Description
Job description
City, London
University of the Arts London
University of the Arts London is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced individual to appoint to the role of Web Developer. Working as part of the digital development team, your core duties will involve building and enhancing the University’s key digital channels. These channels include the UAL website, student portfolio, graduate showcase web apps, and student app.
You will also work alongside the Content and UX teams, improving UAL’s digital platforms by building and maintaining templates and functionality through our content management systems.
You will support the development work streams across UAL’s digital estate and act as a subject matter expert supporting the digital development manager. You will work with several teams across the University to improve our audiences’ digital experiences.
Why choose us?
University of the Arts London is a vibrant world centre for innovation, drawing together six Colleges with international reputations in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts.
The combination of a varied student group, cutting-edge research and highly experienced staff creates a unique learning experience for students at the University. This post is within the Digital Team, part of the newly formed Digital & Technology Group, so this is an exciting opportunity to join us as we transform our digital products.
University of the Arts London offers generous leave, pension and a commitment to your continuing personal development and training in an environment that encourages excellence, creativity and diversity. Relocation assistance is available.
University of the Arts London aims to be an equal opportunities employer embracing diversity in all areas of activity.
Your profile
As a mid-weight Web Developer, you will have proven experience of delivering full-stack solutions on a variety of digital platforms with an understanding and appreciation of coding best practices and accessibility standards.
You will have detailed knowledge of developing web applications using PHP 7+, JavaScript and other language. You will have a familiarity of developing within a content management system, such as WordPress. Knowledge of a front-end JavaScript framework, such as React or Vue, is desirable.
You are a team player, possessing experience and confidence in explaining technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders of all levels across the university.
Your expertise will be invaluable in helping to transform our digital platforms, so they are compelling for key user groups: prospective students, current students and staff, researchers, alumni and businesses.
Essential skills include:
• Experience working with PHP7+ and MySQL
• Experience working with content management systems, such as WordPress
• Understanding of front-end JavaScript frameworks such as React or Vue
• Experience working within a cross-functional team, including Content designers and UI/UX teams
• Understanding source control and workflow tools such as git, npm, Storybook and Webpack
• Demonstrable knowledge of web and accessibility standards
Desirable skills:
• Understanding of testing frameworks such as Jest, PHPUnit or Cypress
• Understanding of CI/CD tools such as Circle CI, GitHub Actions or Jenkins
• Knowledge of Squiz Matrix CMS
If you have any queries about this role or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Twinkle Brahmbhatt, Senior Resourcing Adviser via email at or .
For further details and to apply please click the apply button.
Closing date: 23 January :00.
UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, ****** orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.
City, London
University of the Arts London
University of the Arts London is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced individual to appoint to the role of Web Developer. Working as part of the digital development team, your core duties will involve building and enhancing the University’s key digital channels. These channels include the UAL website, student portfolio, graduate showcase web apps, and student app.
You will also work alongside the Content and UX teams, improving UAL’s digital platforms by building and maintaining templates and functionality through our content management systems.
You will support the development work streams across UAL’s digital estate and act as a subject matter expert supporting the digital development manager. You will work with several teams across the University to improve our audiences’ digital experiences.
Why choose us?
University of the Arts London is a vibrant world centre for innovation, drawing together six Colleges with international reputations in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts.
The combination of a varied student group, cutting-edge research and highly experienced staff creates a unique learning experience for students at the University. This post is within the Digital Team, part of the newly formed Digital & Technology Group, so this is an exciting opportunity to join us as we transform our digital products.
University of the Arts London offers generous leave, pension and a commitment to your continuing personal development and training in an environment that encourages excellence, creativity and diversity. Relocation assistance is available.
University of the Arts London aims to be an equal opportunities employer embracing diversity in all areas of activity.
Your profile
As a mid-weight Web Developer, you will have proven experience of delivering full-stack solutions on a variety of digital platforms with an understanding and appreciation of coding best practices and accessibility standards.
You will have detailed knowledge of developing web applications using PHP 7+, JavaScript and other language. You will have a familiarity of developing within a content management system, such as WordPress. Knowledge of a front-end JavaScript framework, such as React or Vue, is desirable.
You are a team player, possessing experience and confidence in explaining technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders of all levels across the university.
Your expertise will be invaluable in helping to transform our digital platforms, so they are compelling for key user groups: prospective students, current students and staff, researchers, alumni and businesses.
Essential skills include:
• Experience working with PHP7+ and MySQL
• Experience working with content management systems, such as WordPress
• Understanding of front-end JavaScript frameworks such as React or Vue
• Experience working within a cross-functional team, including Content designers and UI/UX teams
• Understanding source control and workflow tools such as git, npm, Storybook and Webpack
• Demonstrable knowledge of web and accessibility standards
Desirable skills:
• Understanding of testing frameworks such as Jest, PHPUnit or Cypress
• Understanding of CI/CD tools such as Circle CI, GitHub Actions or Jenkins
• Knowledge of Squiz Matrix CMS
If you have any queries about this role or need any reasonable adjustments for your application, please contact Twinkle Brahmbhatt, Senior Resourcing Adviser via email at or .
For further details and to apply please click the apply button.
Closing date: 23 January :00.
UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, ****** orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Web Developer position is now open for candidates interested in the Web / Graphic Design Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Web / Graphic Design Jobs is a plus.