Description:
Position Overview
The Web Developer (Level 1) reports to the Online Services Manager and is responsible for providing expertise in a variety of websites and web applications developed and managed by Online Services.
Position Context
The Corporate Communications team leads ACER’s advocacy of research-informed policies and practices to improve educational outcomes.
Team members in ACER offices around the globe work collaboratively to communicate publicly how ACER's work contributes to improving learning and enhances ACER’s global brand and reputation as a source of quality research-based advice and influence.
We develop media and communications campaigns to support ACER’s corporate and project priorities, and often work in collaboration with relevant research partners. This includes the development, writing, publishing and dissemination of online and print content from and about ACER.
Position Accountabilities
- Contribute to the creation, maintenance, and evolution of the Online Services suite of websites, web applications and other web-based services, using industry best practices and leveraging the latest technologies where possible.
- Accurately create websites from designs, interpreting and adapting for a full suite of devices where necessary.
- Write clean, maintainable code, following best practices, and adhere to coding standards.
- Monitor and maintain the implementation of the ACER brand and corporate style.
- Take part in internal client meetings; facilitate client involvement in the development process and client handover/project implementation and user acceptance testing.
- Contribute to internal documentation and test plans as directed by the Online Services Manager.
- Participate in data management, data integration and planning processes, as required.
- Maintain a high standard of software engineering work and adhere to ACER’s policies, standards and practices.
- Participate in aspects of the project lifecycle, including requirements gathering, solution research and task quoting.
- Investigate and test software implementations.
- Undertake other duties as required as a team member of Corporate Communications.
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
- Experience in website development, testing and related activities, with a strong understanding of web scripting, markup languages in responsive websites.
- Familiar with the fundamentals of User Experience (UX) concepts as applies to web-based solutions.
- An understanding and passion for accessibility in all forms relating to your work.
- Familiar with server-side web scripting languages.
- Familiar with common visual design tools.
- Experience using and maintaining Content Management Systems.
- Good abstract and code-based problem-solving skills.
- An understanding of Search Engine Optimisation (SEO).
- Well-developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills including ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical clients.
- The ability to create clear and functional documentation.
- Familiar with Linux for web development.
- Strong understanding of development project lifecycles and methodologies.
- Knowledge/exposure to database programming skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Strong organisational and time management skills including the ability to deal with multiple tasks simultaneously.