Who We Are:
At Critical Start, we’re on a mission to make everyone a valued member of a winning team, united by an inspiring purpose: shaping the future of cybersecurity. Since 2012, we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding organizations from cyberattacks, preparing for evolving threats, and earning recognition for our innovative contributions to the industry.
We thrive in an agile, collaborative environment that fosters creativity and action. At Critical Start, innovation drives everything we do. We pioneered the first MOBILESOC app for on-the-go threat detection and response, automated alert resolutions to maximize efficiency, and cut alert investigation time by 99.3% - transforming the way cybersecurity teams work. Our team and customers genuinely value the impact we make every day.
Want to hear more from our team? Watch this video to gain insights into life at Critical Start or check out our Glassdoor reviews for an inside look.
WHAT CAN WE OFFER YOU?
- A chance to make an impact every day—whether protecting customers or contributing to a greater mission.
- Collaboration with talented, supportive teammates who value accountability and growth.
- A commitment to continuous improvement, striving for excellence, and breaking past mediocrity.
- A culture of learning, innovation, and inclusivity, where every idea matters.
- Recognition for being at the forefront of the industry—we’ve received accolades that prove we’re doing something right.
- A supportive environment where you belong and your contributions truly matter, as one team member put it: “Every day presents new challenges and opportunities for growth, and the culture is unlike any other.
Who You Are:
We are seeking a part-time Senior Web Developer to join the Critical Star team on a contract basis. The contract will be 10-15 hours per month for 4-6 months on a 1099 contract. We are looking for a professional with strong Drupal CMS expertise who can contribute to our high-performing marketing function. This opportunity is well-suited for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of technical web development, site security and compliance, user experience (UX) design, and digital strategy. In this role, you’ll take the lead on web initiatives that deliver measurable outcomes and support business growth across digital platforms.
What You Will Be Doing?:
- Lead the development of high-performing, user-centric digital experiences across web platforms.
- Build and maintain web pages, user interfaces, and interactive content using modern front-end technologies.
- Guide the web development process with an experimentation mindset—test, iterate, and scale solutions based on performance.
- Design scalable, secure, and reliable web infrastructure, including hosting environments, APIs, and cloud services (e.g., AWS, CloudFront).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, brand, SEO, and digital growth to deliver consistent and engaging web experiences.
- Implement and manage A/B testing, personalization, and optimization strategies to enhance user engagement and improve conversion rates.
- Develop and execute comprehensive SEO and SEM strategies to increase top-of-funnel traffic and generate leads.
- Coordinate with external vendors and internal teams to ensure timely and quality delivery of web-related projects.
- Build and maintain reusable code libraries and integrate APIs to support dynamic and scalable digital experiences.
- Perform regular code reviews, quality assurance checks, and implement CI/CD best practices to ensure robust deployments.
- Monitor website analytics and performance metrics using tools such as Google Analytics, Tag Manager, and Hotjar to inform ongoing improvements.
- Ensure all digital experiences adhere to GDPR and global data privacy standards.
- Lead the development and maintenance of a centralized Trust Center to support transparency around data privacy, security, and compliance.
- Work closely with legal, IT, and security teams to uphold a secure, compliant, and user-friendly digital environment.
What You Will Bring?:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in front-end web development
- Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and responsive design frameworks
- 3+ years of experience building websites using Drupal specifically.
- Ability to work in office on hybrid model during the established hours.
- Working knowledge of back-end technologies including PHP, Python, MySQL, and version control systems (e.g., Git)
- Familiarity with platforms such as Salesforce CRM, Gainsight, and/or AWS Cloud
- Experience with change management and implementing consent management tools such as OneTrust or equivalent
- Strong understanding of web analytics, UX/UI principles, and best practices for mobile-first, responsive design
- Proven experience leading cross-functional web projects and effectively managing stakeholder communication
- Solid grasp of web performance optimization, site security, QA processes, and cloud infrastructure (static and dynamic site architecture)
- Awareness of global data privacy laws including GDPR, CCPA, and applicable regional regulations
- Experience building or maintaining a Trust Center or similar compliance-focused digital resource
- Strong understanding of web application security standards and best practices (e.g., OWASP Top 10)
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with ZoomInfo, HubSpot, and/or Marketo is a plus.
What It’s Like Working Here:
Imagine a dynamic, enjoyable, and rewarding work environment. We are professionals, and the work we do holds immense significance, like saving our customers from potential disasters. However, we believe in not taking ourselves too seriously.
Prefer a casual dress code every day? No problem, as we find comfort enhances our thinking.
MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
It’s important to note that specific physical and mental requirements may vary depending on the nature of the office job, organization, and individual responsibilities.
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