Full Stack Web Developer

At SimpsonScarborough, we spend our days building brands that endure, inspire, and elevate the all-important work of colleges and universities in shaping our future. Recognized as a leader in the higher education marketing industry, we are a fully remote team of approximately 70 employees working coast to coast.
We’re looking for a Full Stack Web Developer who thinks like a creative and builds like an engineer. You’ll partner closely with designers and strategists to develop responsive, accessible, and high-performing websites that balance creative vision with technical efficiency. We want a developer who is engaged in the process, contributing ideas, and genuinely invested in the outcome of the work.
What You’ll Do
Build responsive, accessible websites from Figma designs using modern development practices.
Collaborate with designers on feasibility, animations, and finding the right balance between brand expression and engineering efficiency.
Build sites using traditional CMS platforms (WordPress, Drupal) and headless CMS setups (Sanity, Contentful).
Ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility, optimizing for performance and WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards.
Conduct quality assurance and cross-browser testing to maintain functionality and performance throughout the project lifecycle.
What We’re Looking For
2–3 years of full-stack development experience, preferably in an agency environment.
Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Tailwind CSS, and Alpine.js.
Experience with Git/version control, traditional CMS platforms (WordPress, Drupal), and headless CMS workflows (Sanity, Contentful).
Strong understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2) and SEO best practices.
A portfolio that demonstrates both technical capability and creative sensibility.
A collaborative working style — comfortable engaging directly with designers and contributing to the creative process from the start.
Experience with React or Vue is a plus.
A portfolio is required to be considered for this role.
Salary, Benefits & Perks
Salary starts at $90,000 - $105,000 and will be commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits package including nationwide health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability
Flexible time off (FTO) with additional time-off options, including sick, volunteer & bereavement leave, paid parental leave, a day off on your birthday PLUS two agency-wide closures in the summer and winter
Monthly lifestyle stipend to supplement your routine wellness costs like streaming subscriptions, gym, or phone/internet costs
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At SimpsonScarborough, we believe diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are central to our core values and critical to our long-term success. This work requires consistency, intentionality, vulnerability, and accountability. Through our efforts, we strive to make meaningful impact in our work, our workplace, and our industry.
SimpsonScarborough is an equal opportunity employer. We have a strict anti-harassment policy and a zero-tolerance non-discrimination policy. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds regardless of nationality, race, religion, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Questions?
For all recruitment-related inquiries, please email PeopleAndCulture@simpsonscarborough.com.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
Yes