Web Developer (Full Stack)

**Role Overview** **We are** looking to hire a skilled and motivated Web Developer to maintain, enhance, and expand its official university website. The website is built on Next.js. The developer will be responsible for the full\-stack development of the site — including new frontend pages built in React and a backend admin/content management system — ensuring the site is fast, secure, accessible, and always up\-to\-date. **Key Responsibilities :** A. Website Maintenance * Maintain and update the existing Next.js university website on an ongoing basis. * Fix bugs, performance issues, UI inconsistencies, and broken links across all pages. * Ensure smooth deployment and continuous uptime. * Regularly update content such as events, news, academic programs, rankings, and placements. * Manage media assets stored on server and ensure proper image optimization. * Monitor website performance (Core Web Vitals, SEO, accessibility) and implement improvements. B. Frontend Development (React / Next.js) * Design and develop new pages and UI components using React and Next.js. * Translate design mockups/wireframes into responsive, pixel\-perfect web pages. * Implement SEO best practices using Next.js features. * Ensure mobile responsiveness and cross\-browser compatibility for all pages. * Integrate animations and interactive UI elements using modern libraries * Write clean, reusable, and maintainable component\-based code. C. Backend Development (New Requirement) * Develop and maintain a backend admin panel for managing university website content (news, events, programs, faculty, testimonials, etc.). * Build RESTful APIs using Node.js / Next.js API routes to power dynamic content. * Integrate a database (MongoDB / PostgreSQL / MySQL) for structured data storage. * Implement authentication and role\-based access for the admin dashboard. * Develop APIs for forms such as admissions enquiry, contact, and event registration. * Ensure security best practices including data validation, sanitization, and HTTPS handling. * Know how to configure with CRM like Meritto. **Required Skills \& Qualifications** Frontend * Proficiency in React.js and Next.js (App Router / Pages Router) * Strong command of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript / TypeScript * Knowledge of responsive web design and mobile\-first development * Familiarity with SEO optimization and web accessibility (WCAG standards) Backend * Experience building REST APIs with Node.js or Next.js API routes * Knowledge of at least one database: MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL * Familiarity with authentication mechanisms. * Understanding of cloud storage integration (AWS or similar) Tools \& Practices * Experience with Git and GitHub for version control. * Familiarity with deployment and CI/CD workflows. * Understanding of performance optimization (lazy loading, caching, image optimization) * Basic knowledge of CMS tools or headless CMS (Sanity, Strapi, or similar) is a plus Education * B.Tech / BCA / MCA / B.Sc. in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field * Minimum 2 year of professional or project\-based experience in full\-stack web development * Immediate Joiners Preferred. **Good to Have** * Experience with university or education sector websites * Experience integrating third\-party APIs (payment gateways, chatbots, etc.) * Familiarity with Docker or basic DevOps practices * UI/UX design sense and ability to work with Figma files. **What You Will Work On** From Day 1, the developer will: * Onboard to the existing Next.js codebase and understand the website architecture. * Collaborate with the university's internal teams to develop new web pages (e.g., new course pages, department pages, event pages landing page). **Personal Attributes** * Self\-motivated and able to manage tasks independently without constant supervision. * Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work. * Good communication skills — able to coordinate with non\-technical staff. * Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to evolving requirements. * Reliable and comfortable working in a campus\-based, collaborative environment. Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent Pay: ₹300,000\.00 \- ₹420,000\.00 per year Work Location: In person