Website Developer

at  POD Marketing Inc

JOB SUMMARY

As a Web Developer at POD Marketing, you will wield your expertise in WordPress and various development platforms to sculpt and refine our web presence. Your responsibilities will encompass not just the execution of aesthetic and responsive design elements but also the diligent resolution of bugs and DNS issues. With a focus on clean, efficient code performance, you will have the scope to provide feedback on designs, ensuring functionality is never compromised by form. Your role is critical in leading our website projects from conception to live launch, ensuring every facet aligns with both SEO best practices and our high standards of user experience.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Legally able to work in Canada and located in Calgary, AB
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in website development.
• Proficient in CSS, HTML, and PHP.
• Familiar with Bootstrap and Advanced Custom Fields.
• Skilled in crafting responsive web designs.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with solid critical thinking capabilities.

HOW TO APPLY

At POD, we believe “that most job requirements and conceptual knowledge are easily trainable. But you can’t teach drive, ambition, or passion.” (Take a look at this article, Finding Your Unicorn, written by our President, Kevin Wilhelm). Our hiring managers consider alignment with our core values and passion for our company culture to be as valuable as experience and education.
After reading this job description, we want you to ask yourself:
Am I the exact right person for this role?
Do I align with POD’s core values and culture?

If you’ve answered yes to both questions, we want to hear from you! Here are a few easy steps that will help us get to know you better.

• Ensure your professional resume is up to date and highlights some of the key points we are looking for.
• Create an engaging and personalized cover letter for us to read. If you don’t include a cover letter, you will NOT be considered for this role. Video cover letters are given extra attention - but please keep them under 2 minutes!
• Include a link to your portfolio, writing samples and/or social media accounts that you have managed (if applicable).
• Apply through our website (https://www.podmarketinginc.com/careers/)

All successful candidates will be contacted via email to discuss next steps. We appreciate all applications and wish you all the best of luck.

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, focusing on delivering an exceptional client experience that is tailored to the specific needs of each individual, ensuring satisfaction and long-lasting relationships.
• Lead the full development cycle of our website offerings, from initial stages to launch.
• Execute precise on-site edits to optimize for SEO, improve design aesthetics, and update content, while fine-tuning layouts and color schemes.
• Respond adeptly to client requests and collaborate with the development team on practical implementations.
• Work in concert with fulfillment, content, and design teams to ensure our products meet rigorous quality standards.
• Monitor and maintain website tracking accuracy, responsiveness, and accessibility, guaranteeing an optimal user experience.
• Provide ongoing support for website enhancements, contributing to the iterative optimization of our web properties.
• Train new team members on best practices and protocols, providing valuable insights to improve their performance.
• Support process innovation and documentation, working closely with the Senior team members to ensure optimal efficiency and effectiveness.
• Participate in small-scale product development initiatives, contributing ideas and collaborating on implementation.
• Continuously stay abreast of industry trends and best practices to ensure we are ahead of the curve.