Web Developer

In order to ensure your application is received byNAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our Careers site at www.nait.ca/careers

Please Note: This is a temporary position ending on or before one year from hired date with the possibility of extension.

Are you a systems thinker? A creative problem-solver?

NAIT’s Marketing and Communications team is seeking an enthusiastic and talented developer to contribute to their web development activities. Reporting to the Web and Digital Systems Administrator, the Web Developer is responsible for creating, developing, and implementing the technical elements of NAIT’s web properties.

The individual will provide technical designs and frameworks, build new websites and develop web solutions for clients across NAIT. The successful applicant must be a self-motivated professional who takes ownership of his/her work, and

works well in a fast-paced, agile team environment. The individual must also demonstrate an enthusiasm for understanding new web technologies, finding simple solutions to complex problems, and working in the diverse and dynamic

team that supports marketing and communications at NAIT.

Key Responsibilities:

Work closely with web designers and information architects to create new websites and applications that support NAIT’s marketing and communications initiatives.

Collaborate with developers from

Information and Technology Services on web application development.

Translate stakeholders’ business needs into cohesive customer-centric web solutions that align with NAIT’s strategic direction.

Map business requirements to the

technical solutions used in a web application’s functionality.

Document the data and application needs for a project to support evolving business functions and web technologies.

Support maintenance and ongoing

design of current websites and interactive components

Develop dynamic integrations between various systems, applications and data centers to enable a rich web experience.

Skills & Abilities:

Experience developing websites within content management systems, particularly Kentico and Kontent.ai, and adapting to changing technologies and modern web standards.

Proficient in JavaScript frameworks

and libraries like VUE, Angular, ReactJS

SQL programming experience and familiarity with relational database design.

Experience in consuming and testing REST/JSON APIs

Experience

with Azure services including Azure DevOps (repos, pipelines), Azure App Services and Azure cosmos DB

Knowledge of Azure AI Search, including index design, cognitive enrichment, and applying AI‑driven search features in web applications.

Thorough knowledge of methods and

techniques used in developing with Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code

Robust object-oriented design, coding, debugging and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong customer relationships

and understand a wide range of internal and external stakeholder needs.

Strong planning, time management, and documentation skills.

Proven ability in requirements gathering, analysis, and assessment, along with

knowledge of emerging web technologies and social media platforms.

Ability to effectively track and document issues and their resolutions.

High attention to detail with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced

environment.

Strong technical problem‑solving aptitude and enthusiasm for tackling complex challenges.

Qualifications:

Completion of Grade twelve

Related technical diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution

Extensive related experience

Equivalencies may be considered

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or the Comparative Education Services (CES).

Remuneration: $71,863.48 - $96,641.22 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification – Technologist IV).

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.

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