Web Developer
Position Summary
The Web Developer is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining accessible, responsive, and user-centered digital experiences across the institution’s web properties. This position supports the objectives of the Web Development team by ensuring websites align with institutional branding, usability standards, technical requirements, and accessibility regulations, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2. Working collaboratively with web developers, content editors, marketing teams, and other stakeholders, the position contributes to the continuous improvement of website functionality, performance, and user experience while advancing the institution’s digital strategy and mission. This position reports to the Director of Web Development.
Duties of a Web Developer may include the following but are not limited to:
- Develop responsive, accessible web pages, microsites, and email templates that serve diverse audiences across the institution.
- Collaborate with the Stony Brook Medicine Web Team and stakeholders to ensure digital solutions meet functional, aesthetic, and accessibility standards.
- Implement and maintain WCAG 2.2-compliant design and development practices, ensuring all digital content is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust.
- Conduct accessibility audits and remediation using tools such as axe, WAVE, or Lighthouse.
- Maintain brand consistency and adhere to messaging guidelines established by the Marketing and Communications department.
- Manage and update web content using CMS platforms (e.g., Drupal, Craft, WordPress), ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
- Troubleshoot and resolve web-related issues submitted via the helpdesk ticketing system.
- Stay current with front-end development trends, accessibility standards, and emerging technologies.
- Participate in usability testing and user feedback sessions to improve site performance and accessibility.
- Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in web design, Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, Computer Science, or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in front-end web development.
- Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and accessibility-first development practices.
- Experience with CSS Grid, Flexbox, and responsive design frameworks.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat, XD, Photoshop).
- Experience with CMS platforms such as Drupal or WordPress.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience developing and customizing Drupal themes and templates.
- Working knowledge of Figma or other prototyping tools.
- Understanding of SEO best practices and digital marketing strategies.
- Experience conducting accessibility audits and implementing remediation strategies.
- Familiarity with WCAG 2.2, ARIA roles, semantic HTML, and accessibility testing tools.
- Prior experience in a healthcare or academic setting.
Special Notes : Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
Posting Overview : This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).
If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.
- Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
- All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
- This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
- This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.
Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:
- Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services
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- Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
- Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen
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- Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
- Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).
Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.
*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination .
Anticipated Pay Range:
The salary range for this position is listed below. This range reflects Stony Brook University Hospital’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.
The final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s verified years of relevant, comparable experience. Please note that misrepresentation or inflation of experience may result in disqualification from the hiring process or termination of employment if hired.
Some positions may also include annual supplemental pay, such as:
- Location Pay : for UUP, CSEA, and PEF full-time positions
- Shift Differentials : Additional pay for evening, night, or other supplemental shifts (e.g., inconvenience pay, geographic pay, or other applicable differentials)
At Stony Brook University Hospital, your compensation extends beyond your paycheck. We offer comprehensive benefits including generous leave, health insurance, and participation in the state pension system that contribute significantly to your overall total rewards package.
Stony Brook Medicine integrates and elevates all of Stony Brook University’s health-related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It includes our Health Sciences schools - Medicine, Dental, Health Professions, Nursing and Social Welfare - a Program in Public Health, as well as Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Long Island State Veterans Home, and more than 200 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
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Job Number: 2604016
Official Job Title: : TH Senior Staff Assistant
Job Field : Information Technology
Primary Location : US-NY-East Setauket
Department/Hiring Area: : Marketing and Communications
Schedule : Full-time
Shift : Day Shift Shift Hours: : 8:30-5 Pass Days: : Sat, Sun
Posting Start Date : Nov 5, 2026
Posting End Date : Feb 3, 2027, 11:59:00 PM
Salary: : 79081 - 98852
Salary Grade: : SL3
SBU Area: : Stony Brook University Hospital
Req ID: 2604016