How to apply for Web Developer, eCRM

About Humane World for Animals

Humane World for Animals is a global animal protection powerhouse that runs high-profile campaigns to end cruelty to animals—from factory farming to wildlife exploitation. Working here means your code directly powers fundraising and advocacy at scale, not just another corporate website. The digital team is mission-driven, fast-paced, and deeply invested in ethical tech practices.

About the role

As the Web Developer for eCRM, you’ll own the front-end build of donation forms, advocacy pages, and email templates inside Engaging Networks—the platform that fuels their global campaigns. You’ll pair AI coding assistants with human-in-the-loop review to ship fast without sacrificing security or accessibility. Your work directly enables supporters to donate, sign petitions, and take action for animals worldwide.

A typical day

You’ll start your day reviewing AI-generated code suggestions for a new donation form, then jump into a stand-up with the digital marketing team to align on an upcoming campaign. Afternoons are spent building and testing responsive email templates in Engaging Networks, ensuring they’re accessible and GDPR-compliant, while coordinating with InfoSec on PCI standards. You’ll wrap up by documenting your human-in-the-loop validation process and prepping for tomorrow’s A/B test launch.

Who Humane World for Animals is looking for

• 4+ years of front-end web development with deep proficiency in HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and MySQL, plus hands-on experience building in Engaging Networks (or similar eCRM platforms like EveryAction, ActionKit).
• Demonstrated use of AI coding assistants (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Microsoft Copilot Studio) in a production environment, with a clear understanding of how to validate AI-generated code for security and accuracy.
• Strong track record of building accessible, GDPR-compliant, and fast-loading donation/advocacy forms—familiarity with PCI compliance and A/B testing is a big plus.
• A collaborative mindset: you’ll work closely with Digital Marketing, Brand, and Information Security teams, so clear communication and a mission-first attitude are essential.

Tips for this application

• In your resume, explicitly list 'Engaging Networks' and any AI coding assistants you’ve used (GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, etc.)—these are hard requirements, and the ATS will likely screen for them.
• Include a portfolio or GitHub link that showcases live donation or advocacy forms you’ve built, especially if they’re in Engaging Networks or a similar platform. Mention accessibility (WCAG) and page speed scores.
• Write a brief cover letter that connects your technical work to animal advocacy—show you understand why a fast, secure donation form matters for a global nonprofit.
• If you have experience with GDPR or PCI compliance, call it out in your application. Humane World for Animals operates internationally, so this is a differentiator.
• Mention any remote-first workflow experience and your ability to collaborate across time zones, as the team is distributed across the US.

What to cover in your cover letter

['Your hands-on experience with Engaging Networks (or a comparable eCRM) and how you’ve used it to build high-converting donation and advocacy forms.', 'Concrete examples of using AI coding assistants to speed up development while maintaining rigorous human review for security and accuracy.', 'Your commitment to accessibility, GDPR compliance, and page speed optimization—and how you’ve implemented these in past projects.', 'Why you’re drawn to Humane World for Animals’ mission and how you see your code contributing to global animal protection campaigns.']

Research before applying

• Explore Humane World for Animals’ current campaigns (e.g., ending puppy mills, fighting factory farming) to understand the types of donation and advocacy forms you’d be building.
• Familiarize yourself with Engaging Networks’ documentation, especially their API, form builder, and email template system, to speak confidently about the platform.
• Look into the company’s recent digital initiatives or press releases—mentioning a specific campaign in your cover letter shows genuine interest.
• Research common GDPR and PCI compliance requirements for nonprofits, as well as WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards, to demonstrate you understand the regulatory landscape.

Likely interview topics

Based on the job description, expect questions about:

• Walk us through how you’ve used AI coding assistants in your development workflow—what did you build, and how did you validate the AI-generated code?
• Describe a time you built a donation or advocacy form in Engaging Networks (or a similar platform). What challenges did you face regarding GDPR, accessibility, or PCI compliance?
• How do you approach page speed optimization for a high-traffic donation page? Give specific techniques you’ve used.
• Tell us about a project where you collaborated with marketing and security teams to launch an A/B test. What was your role, and what was the outcome?
• Why do you want to work for an animal protection organization, and how do you handle working on multiple campaigns with tight deadlines?

Common mistakes to avoid

• Don’t submit a generic cover letter that doesn’t mention Engaging Networks or AI coding assistants—these are non-negotiable requirements, and missing them signals a lack of attention.
• Avoid downplaying the importance of human-in-the-loop review; the job explicitly values rigorous oversight of AI-generated code, so don’t frame AI as a replacement for careful engineering.
• Don’t ignore the mission—this is an animal protection organization, and candidates who show no connection to the cause may be seen as a poor cultural fit.