Web Engineering Manager

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

. Architect, design, and develop web applications and custom software solutions supporting university objectives .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • Tennessee • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full stack web development, particularly with PHP/MySQL and WordPress, while leading teams and managing complex projects. Proficient in integrating APIs, optimizing performance, and implementing AI-assisted development practices.

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Full Stack Web DevelopmentPHP/MySQL DevelopmentWordPress DevelopmentAPI IntegrationTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

HTMLCSSJavaScriptReactWordPress REST APIDatabase DesignPerformance OptimizationWeb Application SecurityAI Development ToolsDecoupled Architecture

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationCollaboration SkillsMentoringProject ManagementProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

WordPressAI PlatformsThird-Party ServicesPage Builder ModulesWorkflow Automation

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceInformation Systems

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationMulti-Stakeholder OrganizationShared Services EnvironmentTechnical LiaisonLegacy Application Maintenance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaScriptMySQLPHPReactWordPress

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect, design, and develop web applications and custom software solutions supporting university objectives
Own front-end and back-end development and systems integration
Modernize the university’s WordPress platform
Develop custom WordPress solutions, including page builder modules, theme templates, and third-party integrations
Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and data processing
Integrate external software libraries, APIs, AI platforms, and third-party services
Maintain and improve legacy PHP/MySQL applications and WordPress codebases while planning migrations
Troubleshoot application defects, security vulnerabilities, and performance issues
Lead adoption of AI-assisted development practices, coding tools, workflow automation, and emerging capabilities
Design and build intelligent search, chat interfaces, and automated workflows
Supervise a small team, assign work, set priorities, provide feedback, and support professional growth
Provide technical mentorship and code review
Coordinate external development vendors
Participate in hiring and onboarding
Serve as technical liaison to central IT and lead website migrations
Collaborate with UX/UI designers, product stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
Provide advanced technical support and consultation as the escalation point for complex web application issues
Document system architecture, technical specifications, and operational procedures
Support strategic initiatives, special projects, and departmental planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, or commensurate experience, is required
Minimum of five years of professional full stack web development experience
Significant back-end experience with PHP/MySQL
Front-end experience with HTML/CSS/JavaScript and frameworks/libraries
Deep experience with WordPress development, including custom themes, plugins, and the WordPress REST API
Proficiency with modern JavaScript, including at least one framework such as React
Experience consuming APIs from decoupled front ends
Experience integrating third-party APIs and services into web applications
Working knowledge of web application security, performance optimization, and accessibility standards
Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring developers
Ability to manage multiple deadline-driven projects independently while balancing competing priorities
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical audiences
Experience implementing headless or decoupled WordPress architectures and tools
Hands-on experience with AI development tools, schema, JSON-LD, and building AI-powered application features
Experience working within a shared services environment where infrastructure is managed by a central IT organization
Experience in higher education or a similarly complex, multi-stakeholder organization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal-opportunity employment
Professional growth and learning opportunities
Employer-of-choice workplace opportunities