# Opportunity for Junior Web Developer
Are you an enthusiastic web developer looking to contribute to a meaningful mission? This opportunity allows you to support the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)) by managing and providing technical support for their websites. This fully remote position offers flexibility to work from anywhere.
## Key Responsibilities
### Frontend Development and Maintenance
- Develop and enhance site design and structure concepts using WordPress.
- Create and update HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code to improve website functionality.
- Ensure adherence to Department of Defense (DoD) regulations, including Section 508 compliance.
- Manage the upload of content to the OUSD(R&E) and IR&D Innovation Marketplace websites.
- Perform general content updates, changes, or deletions through WordPress.
### Backend Development and Maintenance
- Collaborate with the development team to support WordPress Content Management System (CMS).
- Research and maintain WordPress applications, including updates and deployments.
- Coordinate with the team through all stages of deployment using the GITHUB interface.
### Technical Support
- Assist with migrating websites to cloud and other hosting solutions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve website-related issues to ensure optimal performance and security.
- Provide technical support for requests from the R&E Front Office and other departments.
### Site Maintenance and Support
- Archive outdated web pages and integrate new sites or redesigns.
- Manage video content uploads to DVIDS.
- Update and manage public social media accounts.
## Qualifications
### Required Experience
- A Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience, or a Master's degree without experience in website design and development.
- Proficiency in WordPress.
- Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Familiarity with PHP coding.
- Intermediate experience with GITHUB.
### Clearance Requirements
- Active Secret Clearance with the capacity to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.
- US Citizenship is required.
### Desired Skills
- Proficiency in WordPress, HTML, CSS, PHP, and JavaScript.
- Understanding of DoD regulations and Section 508 compliance.
- Strong troubleshooting and technical support skills.
- Excellent communication and project management abilities.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with clients and team members.
- Preferred experience in programming, web design, and database management in government/DoD contexts.
## Additional Information
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no deadline.
- COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters are not mandatory, but customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when working on-site.
Employment Type: Full-Time