Job Details

Web Software Developer

Position Number: 9965620
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Computing - Web Development

Web Software Developer

Job Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Head of User Experience and Web Development, the Web Developer builds and maintains the library's websites and web application interfaces. The role translates designs into production code, develops tools that enhance how users interact with library websites and web applications, and ensures all work meets accessibility, usability, cross-browser compatibility, and performance standards.

This position drives the front-end development, testing, customization, and maintenance of the library's enterprise and open-source systems --- including ModernCampus CMS, Omeka S, Confluence/Jira, WordPress, Ex Libris, Springshare, Primo, and the library's Digital Asset Manager (Solphal). Responsibilities include implementing responsive, mobile-first design; conducting usability and accessibility testing; designing and developing templates; and using version control to manage code across projects.

The Web Developer serves as a liaison between library departments, faculty, steering groups, design and programming peers, and external vendors to deliver web solutions that are functional, performant, secure, and aligned with the Marriott Library's Strategic Directions. May require web design and backend development experience. This role operates with moderate supervision and has latitude for independent judgment on projects of increasing complexity.

Responsibilities
Front-End Development

Build responsive, accessible web interfaces using that meet WCAG and University accessibility standards
Convert design mockups into production code, ensuring technical feasibility and performance across devices
Develop new user-facing features and maintain existing library web properties
Integrate backend services and third-party APIs
Identify and resolve technical issues, bugs, and accessibility barriers

Accessibility Leadership

Serve as a subject matter expert on web accessibility standards and best practices
Conduct accessibility audits of websites, applications, and digital documents; prioritize remediation; and provide implementation recommendations
Evaluate third-party applications for accessibility compliance and recommend remediation strategies
Collaborate with QA and stakeholders to test and validate compliance

Maintenance & Support

Support and maintain enterprise web systems including WordPress, Jira, Confluence, Primo, LibApps, OmekaS, and ModernCampus
Provide training on accessibility standards, content management systems, and custom tools
Maintain documentation
Implement SEO features and collaborate with system administrators

Design & User Experience

Web design from concept through implementation
Apply inclusive design principles
Conduct user research, evaluate feedback, and iterate on web applications
Develop and maintain design systems

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels: Web Developers (Front-End), II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Web Developers (Front-End), III: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences
Experience with library enterprise systems.

The duties, qualifications, and preferences listed in this posting are intended to give applicants an understanding of the role we are seeking to fill and the types of skills, experience, and education that may have prepared someone to be effective in this role. We do not expect any candidate to be a perfect match for this list or to perform all of the duties with equal proficiency on day one. In your resume and cover letter, please highlight the most relevant qualifications you would bring to this position based on the posting, and tell us how your background, perspective, and experience will help us fulfill our mission and meet our goals.

Special Instructions
All applications received by November 18, 2026 will receive full consideration.
This is a local recruitment. Out of area candidates will be responsible for travel costs for final in-person interviews and for moving costs, if selected. The candidate will also need to be available to travel to Salt Lake City within 5-7 days of notice for final in-person interviews.

Required documents to upload:

Resume
List of 3 Professional References

Optional documents to upload:

Cover Letter

Requisition Number: PRN46740B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday-Friday, 8 am -- 5 pm Hybrid
Department: 00790 - Marriott Library - Operations
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 62,000 - 80,400
Close Date: 12/16/2026
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/211909