The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center (PSC), a joint research center of Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh, was established in 1986, and for over 35 years has provided university, government, and industrial researchers with access to several of the most powerful systems for advanced computational research, communications and data storage available to scientists, engineers, and scholars nationwide for unclassified research. PSC advances science across a wide spectrum of fields, including artificial intelligence/machine learning, medical imaging, weather modeling, cell biology, and genomics.

PSC is seeking a Communications Web Developer to join our Outreach and Engagement team, playing a key role in shaping how we share groundbreaking research with the world. In this role, you’ll contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of PSC’s web presence, ensuring our digital platforms are functional, user-friendly, and visually compelling. This is a great opportunity for a creative problem solver who enjoys working with modern web technologies, collaborating with researchers and communicators, and making high-performance computing more accessible to diverse audiences. The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and eager to grow in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Core responsibilities include:

• Install, configure, and customize CMS themes and plugins for PSC websites
• Customize website by developing custom programs written in languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Python and Java to enhance user appeal, utility and overall site functionality
• Assist with creating and managing website content
• Assist in creating visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces for PSC websites
• Perform routine website maintenance and updates to CMS frontend, themes, and plugins
• Troubleshoot and resolve website issues as needed
• Collaborate closely with communications team members and project teams to understand project requirements
• Keep up with the latest UI/UX trends, technologies, and accessibility guidelines
• Collaborate with colleagues to utilize SEO, Google Analytics, or other metrics tools to assess user engagement

Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

You should demonstrate:

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal
• Innate curiosity and willingness to learn beyond existing domain expertise
• Creative thinker and problem solver
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years experience in website development
• Team player who can build strong relationships within all levels of the organization and across project teams
• Ability to write and modify programs, using one or more of the following languages: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Python and Java
• Proficiency in the use of MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc)
• Experienced with GitHub/GitLab
• Proficient with WordPress CMS
• Familiarity with CSS and JavaScript frameworks like Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap, and React is a plus, but not required
• Familiarity with Markdown
• Experience SEO, Google Analytics, or other metrics tools
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered

Requirements:

• Successful pre-employment background check

Additional Information:

• Work posture: This position is operating on a hybrid schedule, with an on-campus/in-office presence of three days a week
• Travel requirements: You should be able to travel both domestically and internationally and be willing to work outside normal business hours as needed. May require travel up to 15%

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