Web Development Manager

Who we are

Surf or Sound Realty is Hatteras Island's premier property management company. Since 1978, we have offered Hatteras Island vacation rentals from family beach cottages to expansive oceanfront estates with a wide range of luxury amenities. We serve more than 100,000 happy Hatteras Island vacationers each year.

Overview

We're seeking an experienced Umbraco Web Development Team Lead to oversee and enhance our custom-built website, focusing on property management and sales for over 600 vacation rental properties. The successful candidate will manage the content, implementation, maintenance, improvement, and support of our website, ensuring it functions seamlessly for reservation management, financial transactions, and fee setups, similar to platforms like and Expedia.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the management and continuous improvement of our property management and booking engine website, ensuring a high-quality user experience for booking and managing over 600 vacation rental properties.
• Implement and refine financial transaction systems and fee setups on our website, ensuring secure, accurate, and user-friendly processes for guests and property owners.
• Oversee the website's security, including the management of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) certificates, to protect user data and financial transactions.
• Design and update web pages and templates to ensure optimal functionality and responsiveness across various devices, keeping up with the latest web standards and technologies.
• Develop custom .NET and PHP applications as needed, managing a code repository for streamlined development and maintenance processes.
• Ensure the website complies with all legal and organizational standards, focusing on privacy, data protection, and financial regulations.
• Collaborate with various teams to maintain content accuracy, integrate third-party applications (including payment gateways), and ensure the website reflects our brand and meets our operational needs.
• Analyze website traffic and user engagement metrics, using data to drive decisions on website improvements and enhancements.
• Recommend and implement strategies for system-wide improvements, focusing on efficiency, scalability, and user satisfaction.

Qualifications

Core Competencies:

• Expertise in Web Development: Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and server-side languages like PHP, ASP, .NET, or Java, with a strong focus on Umbraco CMS.
• Financial Transactions and Security: Experience in implementing and managing online payment systems, with a strong understanding of financial data security practices.
• Attention to Detail: Demonstrates thoroughness and accuracy in completing tasks, ensuring quality and adherence to standards.
• Data Analysis: Skilled in analyzing website data to inform improvements and user engagement strategies.
• Professional Integrity: Committed to ethical standards, privacy, and data protection regulations.
• Technological Proficiency: Advanced skills in using and adapting technology to meet business needs.
• Innovation: Creative in enhancing website functionality and user experience, driving the success of our booking engine and property management services.

Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience in web development. Experience with booking engines preferred.

Position Requirements:

• This role is designed for a self-motivated individual who can work independently, making informed decisions to improve our web presence and operational efficiency.
• The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex websites, particularly in the hospitality or property rental sector, with a focus on user experience and financial transactions.

Skill and ability to:

• Ability to build strong relationships cross-functionally as well as collaborate with outside agencies and vendors
• Entrepreneurial mindset and goal oriented (self-directed, proactive, and able to define and execute projects independently)
• Strong project management skills ensuring all deadlines are met and objectives are clearly communicated
• Adaptable to a fast-paced environment
• Highly organized and detail oriented

Background check, drug screen and references required.

*We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. Surf or Sound Realty reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.

Work Remotely – No