Lead Web Developer

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Base pay range

$58,000.00 / yr - $62,000.00 / yr

About Us

FPW Media is a full-service creative team of 40+ professionals with one focus : making the impossible possible for our clients. We partner with brands across industries including agriculture and timber, consumer products, healthcare, and professional services. From national campaigns to community initiatives, we design visuals, produce films, launch websites, and deliver marketing that drives measurable results.

What motivates us goes beyond deliverables. We’re driven by helping clients achieve growth, visibility, and impact. We thrive on creative problem-solving, the energy of collaboration, and the challenge of producing work that stands out in crowded markets. Our culture is fast-paced and ambitious, yet supportive and grounded in the belief that when our people grow, our company grows too.

Job Overview

The Lead Web Developer is both a builder and a leader, responsible for creating branded marketing and e-commerce websites while guiding the work of fellow developers. This role blends technical expertise with strategic oversight, ensuring every build is executed to the highest standard and aligned with company goals.

In addition to hands-on development, the Lead Web Developer manages project workloads, scopes timelines, and supports quoting and planning. The role mentors teammates, fosters accountability, and maintains consistent best practices. While not a direct people manager, this position is a key leadership role within our development work, helping shape the quality, efficiency, and culture of the team.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain marketing and e-commerce websites using WordPress, Shopify, BigCommerce, WooCommerce, and custom solutions

Implement UX recommendations and optimize for performance, accessibility, and SEO best practices

Build, test, and deploy marketing integrations including Klaviyo and Mailchimp

Troubleshoot and resolve website issues quickly and effectively

Manage and assign workload from the project queue, balancing resources and meeting deadlines

Evaluate project requirements and provide accurate scope and timeline estimates for quoting and planning

Mentor and support peers, promoting growth, accountability, and consistent best practices

Work closely with account management, design, copy, digital, and leadership teams to ensure alignment

Participate in client-facing meetings, translating technical concepts into clear recommendations for non-technical stakeholders

Stay current with development trends and implement best practices across the team

Qualifications & Requirements

Expertise in WordPress, Shopify, BigCommerce, and WooCommerce

Familiarity with Klaviyo, Mailchimp, and marketing platforms such as Google Ads Manager and Facebook Business Manager

Strong understanding of website aesthetics, UX principles, and SEO best practices

Ability to scope projects and estimate timelines to support accurate quoting and planning

Proven ability to mentor and support colleagues in a collaborative environment

Minimum 3–4 years of professional web development experience, with e-commerce expertise

Bachelor’s degree in Web Development, Computer Science, or a related field

Experience providing team leadership, training, or mentorship in a development environment preferred

What We Offer

401K Matching

– Invest in your future with company contributions.

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

– Enjoy time off for yourself.

Growth & Professional Development

– Work in a dynamic, creative environment with opportunities for advancement.

Join our team and be part of an innovative, fast-paced environment where your skills make a difference!

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology and Marketing

Industries

Advertising Services

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