Job: Web Developer, The Denver Art Museum

The Denver Art Museum seeks an experienced Web Developer to design, develop, and implement DAM Web sites and other Web-related projects. The Web Developer will collaborate with internal staff including technology developers, designers, editors, and other stakeholders to create appealing user interfaces and experiences, integrate relational databases, and implement effective, professional Web projects with an eye towards constantly improving the museum's Web presence.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Advise the Technology and Communications departments on emerging trends, practices, and technologies for internal Web projects, exhibits, and other museum programs
• Lead design/conceptualization sessions and present concepts to stakeholders
• Develop and maintain internet and intranet sites and Web-related projects in collaboration with external design and technology firms and internal museum staff
• Monitor and analyze Web site user experience, use, and traffic and recommend improvements to site based on conclusions
• Research, implement, and maintain Web access to ecommerce (online store and ticket sales)
• Research, implement, and maintain new technologies and improvements that can be applied to current and future museum Web sites and Web-related projects

Job Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable in and ability to keep abreast of current and developing trends in Web and museum technologies, with an eye on long-term development and strategies
• Knowledge of and experience working with best practices in Information Architecture and User Interface design. Solid understanding of Web technologies
• Ability to communicate technical issues to colleagues with varying levels of technical knowledge.
• Ability to self-manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Desire to learn, develop, and implement new and existing Web technologies

Experience:

• 3-5 years of Web development experience -- implementing technologies, programming/adapting Web applications, refining interfaces and usability, and working with broad development teams.
• Experience in start-ups, non-profits, marketing, or advertising a plus
• Experience using JSP, ASP, PHP, MYSQL/other databases, XML/JSON, AJAX, and related technologies required. Being a serious hacker in any subset of the above a plus.
• XHTML/CSS, standards-based Web development required (please provide links to relevant work samples)
• Experience with SEO and search interface design preferred
• Experience with card sorting, rapid prototyping, or wireframing a plus
• Experience with developing RESTful Web services a plus
• Experience implementing and customizing Content Management Systems (particularly Drupal, WordPress, or Nuxeo) helpful. Visual and graphic design experience and an effective aesthetics sensibility preferred
• Familiarity with Unix, OS X, and Win XP

EXPERIENCE TRUMPS EDUCATION

This is a full-time position with benefits.  If you are interested in this position please email a cover letter, resume and list of three references to: hrcoordinator@denverartmuseum.org.

Application Deadline: Friday, February 4, 2011