Standing and/or sitting at your desk for long periods of time.

Work Shift: flexible and available for meetings from 8am-4:30pm.
This position is eligible for 100% remote.
Hours Per Week : 20

The Kentucky Geological Survey at the University of Kentucky is seeking an experienced and talented Web Developer to join our dynamic team through STEPS temporary employment. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining our company’s website and web applications.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Design, develop, and deploy responsive and user-friendly websites and web applications
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and relevant frameworks/libraries
• Integrate front-end components with back-end systems and databases
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
• Optimize website performance, scalability, and security
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in web development
• Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and at least one modern JavaScript framework (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js)
• Experience with server-side scripting languages (e.g., Node.js, PHP)
• Familiarity with responsive design and cross-browser compatibility
• Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to writing clean, maintainable code
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Experience with agile methodologies and project management tools
Knowledge of web accessibility standards and best practices
Familiarity with website performance optimization techniques
Understanding of server administration and cloud deployment processes

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.