Web Developer

Emergent Method is seeking a full-time web developer to join the firm’s creative services team, where they will work alongside team members and clients to understand client needs and develop high-quality websites and digital solutions. This is a full-time position based in Baton Rouge, La. Remote candidates will be considered and are encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in web development and is self-motivated and adept in completing deadline-based assignments in a fast-paced environment. This individual must be flexible and willing to embrace the challenges of supporting the development and success of the overall team.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Manage and maintain websites by updating existing code, content, security, and plugins
• Assist with building responsive websites and applications from scratch using semantic, version-controlled code
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, including designers, developers, project managers, and other consultants, to understand client needs and propose web or digital solutions
• Actively learn and remain up to date on web development trends, principles, and techniques
• Exhibit enthusiasm for contributing to growing our web service offering

Minimum qualifications include:

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, web development, web/digital communication, or related field; a certification from a reputable code bootcamp; or comparable work experience
• Three or more years of demonstrated and relevant experience translating visual designs into functioning websites and integrating into a CMS
• Experience with Craft CMS, WordPress, or other popular content management systems
• Extensive knowledge of HTML, CSS, and a working knowledge of JavaScript
• Exceptional eye for quality and attention to detail
• Familiarity with UI/UX design programs such as Figma, and/or Sketch
• Experience with Git and version-control best practices
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, adapt to changing priorities, and integrate feedback from team members and clients
• Exceptional interpersonal, customer service, and verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with Svelte, SvelteKit, or other JavaScript frameworks
• Experience using and integrating APIs into web projects
• Experience developing in a headless environment utilizing GraphQL
• A working knowledge of PHP and Twig

Why Emergent Method?
At Emergent Method, we have a culture you won’t find anywhere else. We offer a flexible and fun environment where each team member can create their own success by challenging themselves, learning new skills, and contributing towards exciting projects that impact the communities we serve. We trust our teammates, believe in their talents, and celebrate their successes. We’re just as serious about developing our team and fostering a supportive, encouraging environment as we are about doing quality work for our clients.

Our team shares a vision of being singular, unequaled, and extraordinary. While being a part of the Method often means going outside of your comfort zone, leaning into discomfort, thinking outside of the box, and being part of a collaborative and dynamic team, it will ultimately lead to unparalleled personal and professional growth. You’ll catch us hanging out on the weekends, having monthly happy hours, throwing great office parties and events (both virtual and in-person), and planning a variety of after-work get-togethers because we enjoy being around each other.

Whether in our Baton Rouge headquarters, or working remote throughout the U.S., we’re constantly communicating, chatting on Slack, and staying as connected as ever — no matter where we are. We are committed to our employees the same way they are committed to us, and we trust our team to get the job done, whether in the office or working from home.

Beyond our focus on culture, we offer the following benefits to our team:

• Competitive salary and bonuses
• Monthly technology and wellness stipends
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Flexible work hours and working environments, including unlimited time off
• Top-of-the-line tools and technology equipment
• Frequent care packages and gift cards to spoil our employees
• Financial support and time off for training, conferences, certifications, and other opportunities for professional growth and development

Background
Emergent Method is a nationally recognized management consulting firm focused on developing and implementing plans, programs, and initiatives that result in transformative impact. We are focused on strengthening the skills, capacity, and resources of our clients to support them in creating unique and valuable experiences for their stakeholders.

With an uncommonly high degree of ownership in the work we do, our team thrives on solving complex challenges, delivering solutions built to last, and driving transformational growth.

We work from the inside out — fully engaged with our client teams and invested in their success. Their most pressing challenges and opportunities become our own. Our flexible, adaptable approach allows us to work seamlessly as trusted advisers, embedded team members, or both, to support client needs, using every engagement as an opportunity to deliver powerful results, together. 

Our expertise travels well to all markets and benefits all sectors, allowing us to work wherever there’s a good client fit. Our consultants have significant experience working across a wide range of industries and in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. We successfully work within the bounds of both large-scale projects that may span years as well as short-term, time-sensitive efforts.

Our integrated, interdisciplinary team of consultants brings an expansive range of skillsets and experience to power a broad scope of services and solutions. Whether you are looking to develop or implement a new strategy, brand, marketing or communication campaign, IT system, program, or a unique and innovative project, we stand ready to be your partner.

For more information, visit emergentmethod.com .

Emergent Method and associated entities are equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.