As a Developer I, you will collaborate with the marketing team to build and maintain websites and web applications using modern technologies while optimizing UI/UX design and performance.
Join Grand Canyon Education’s thriving technology team and help us shape the future of web development. If you're driven by excellence and eager to make a meaningful impact through innovative web solutions, apply today!
What You'll Do:As a Developer I, you'll become an integral part of our dynamic marketing development team, contributing to multiple high-impact websites and diverse projects. Your role will include:
- Collaborating closely with teammates and stakeholders to understand project requirements and deliver on defined timelines.
- Building and maintaining modern websites and web applications using technologies such as React, Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, PHP, and Node.js.
- Assisting in the implementation of compelling UI/UX designs and optimizing web applications for speed, responsiveness, and scalability.
- Creating and maintaining robust APIs and supporting continuous integration and deployment pipelines with Docker, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, and AWS.
- Following established coding standards, comprehensive documentation practices, and conducting thorough testing.
- Staying informed and proactively engaging with emerging web technologies and trends to continuously enhance our solutions.
- Exploring integration opportunities with cutting-edge AI technologies, including Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI-driven projects, to drive innovation and enhance user experience.
- You are a natural problem-solver with critical thinking abilities.
- You have a curiosity-driven approach to technology and continuous self-improvement.
- You are passionate about technology, demonstrating care, pride, and attention to detail in all work.
- You are a confident, respectful professional who thrives in a collaborative team environment.
- You are adaptable and proactive with experience working in diverse, fast-paced project teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field—or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum 1-2 years' professional experience developing dynamic websites or web applications.
- Proven proficiency with JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and PHP.
- Demonstrable experience with modern frameworks and libraries such as React, Next.js, and Tailwind CSS.
- Experience working with Git and version control tools such as GitHub.
- Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and deployment automation using GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or similar CI/CD solutions.
- Experience managing tasks and collaboration using ticketing systems like Jira or Azure DevOps.
- Familiarity or strong interest in AI/ML technologies, particularly experience integrating LLM or AI-driven tools into web applications.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with flexible spending accounts and a 401K savings plan.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous time off plans, 11 paid holidays, and paid volunteer opportunities.
- Educational Opportunities: Full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children enjoy education tuition discounts.
- Innovation-Driven Environment: Opportunity to engage with modern technologies and gain hands-on experience in AI and cloud infrastructure.
Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is a rapidly growing educational service company that has long been an industry leader in providing educational, operational and technological support services to the post-secondary education sector. Formerly part of Grand Canyon University (GCU), GCE still works closely with GCU to benefit thousands of students, families and the local inner-city community. We put people first, drive innovation, and do good in the community that we live and work in.
Top Skills
AWS
Azure Devops
CSS
Docker
Git
Github Actions
HTML
JavaScript
Next.Js
PHP
React
Tailwind Css
Typescript
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