Web Developer at Compose.ly

Job Description

To lead the migration and implementation of a client’s subdomain into the main website experience while partnering closely with internal engineering, product, marketing, and creative stakeholders. This developer will serve as a trusted technical partner who can navigate a complex backend environment, execute efficiently, and help establish scalable website workflows that empower the marketing team to move faster independently.

Profile Overview

We are seeking an experienced web developer with deep expertise in WordPress and Squarespace to support a high-visibility website migration and messaging refresh. This role requires a highly collaborative and technically strong developer who can work cross-functionally with internal engineering and product teams.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on implementor, but can see how the work fits into the bigger picture. They should be comfortable translating business and brand goals into scalable web solutions while ensuring a smooth migration process and high-quality user experience.

This developer will work closely with a contract website copywriter and designer to implement updated messaging, optimize page structure and performance, and support ongoing website improvements.

Scope

Duration: Website update project, with opportunity for ongoing retainer following

Commitment: 150-200 hours (to be scoped with the developer)

Location Preference: Remote, US-Based Timezone

Key Responsibilities

Lead the migration of a subdomain into the primary website experience
Collaborate closely with internal engineering and product teams to ensure technical alignment and implementation integrity
Build trusted working relationships with cross-functional stakeholders, particularly marketing, product, and engineering teams
Implement updated website designs, messaging, and content in partnership with a contract writer and designer
Develop scalable website structures and workflows that enable the marketing team to make updates more efficiently over time
Maintain and optimize WordPress and Squarespace environments, ensuring site stability, responsiveness, accessibility, and performance
Troubleshoot technical issues related to migration, CMS functionality, integrations, redirects, templates, and page performance
Advise on website best practices, technical feasibility, and implementation strategy throughout the project lifecycle
Support SEO and content migration considerations during implementation
Ensure high attention to detail across QA, responsive behavior, and user experience

Required Qualifications

5+ years of professional web development experience
Strong hands-on experience with both WordPress and Squarespace (required)
Proven experience leading or supporting complex website migrations and CMS transitions
Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, product, marketing, and creative stakeholders
Strong understanding of CMS architecture, responsive development, SEO fundamentals, and website performance optimization
Experience working within technically complex backend environments and navigating cross-functional approval processes
Ability to independently manage implementation while communicating clearly around risks, dependencies, and timelines
Strong problem-solving skills and comfort operating in evolving, fast-moving project environments
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with healthcare, marketplace, or consumer-facing digital platforms
Familiarity with modern front-end frameworks and component-based web systems
Experience improving CMS workflows to support non-technical marketing teams
Knowledge of accessibility standards and UX best practices
Experience collaborating with freelance or contract creative teams, including designers and copywriters
Understanding of technical SEO considerations during website migrations

About Our Client

Our client is a platform that helps individuals find quality, vetted mental health providers through a thoughtful and user-friendly experience. Their mission centers on making the therapist search process more approachable, transparent, and human. Through curated provider profiles, educational resources, and intuitive design, our client supports people in finding care that fits their unique needs.