12731 - Front-end Designer

CMCC Foundation is seeking a Front-end Designer for its Communication & Science Outreach office in Lecce, Italy. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining web-based products to disseminate climate research. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in Frontend Design, proficiency in Figma, WordPress, and front-end development technologies. The position emphasizes collaboration and innovative communication of climate science.
CMCC Position cod. 12731
Front-end Designer
Deadline: June 12th, 2025

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Communication & Science Outreach office, located in Lecce, is looking for a new position of Frontend Designer, responsible for supporting our group in the design, development, realization and maintenance of web-based products and applications (including websites).

ABOUT US
CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC's core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.

CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel.

At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed.

Over the last decade, CMCC has experienced extraordinary growth. We are now embarking on a new chapter of our journey that will further boost CMCC’s global position in climate change research…Together!

To learn more about this opportunity and submit your application, please refer to the following:

ROLE

The Front-end Designer reports to the Communication & Science Outreach office and is responsible of supporting the communication team in the design, development, realization and maintenance of web-based products and applications (including websites).

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Front-end Designer will support the Communication & Science Outreach office, with:
• Disseminating the CMCC’s scientific research and its outcomes;
• Exploring innovative languages to communicate climate science to a vast and diversified audience;
Design and realize innovative data visualization apps in collaboration with the CMCC Scientific Research Divisions.

REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience Frontend Design.
• Very good knowledge of the English language
• Design & UX/UI
• Good proficiency with Figma (design systems, prototyping, components, variants)
• Solid understanding of UX/UI principles
• Ability to turn concepts and wireframes into intuitive, responsive interfaces
• WordPress
• Good Knowledge of Gutenberg block design and theme building
• Experience with Elementor
• Experience with WPBakery
• Front-End Development
• Good knowledge of HTML5, CSS3/SASS
• Proficient in responsive design and mobile-first development
• Collaboration & Tools
• Ability to interpret and realize brand identity into web interfaces
• Experience working in teams with developers and content managers
• Familiarity with tools like Git (basic), browser dev tools
• Available to travel in Italy and abroad
• Attitude to work remotely and availability to take part in meeting in presence and in videoconference
• Accuracy and good analytical skills
• Good communication skills

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS:
• Familiarity with CSS animations or lightweight JS libraries (e.g., GSAP, Framer Motion)
• Experience with WordPress templating (basic PHP, ACF, template hierarchy)
• Experience with remote collaboration and office tools like Google Workspaces and good attitude in working with teams
• Ability to work with custom post types, template pages, and theme builders
• Experience with modular, component-driven web projects
• Basic understanding of web accessibility (WCAG)
• Basic knowledge of JavaScript

DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally
• The Frontend Designer will be based in Lecce CMCC office
• The fixed-term contract and total gross compensation will be based on qualifications and working experience and will remain in effect until the month of December
• Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract
• Flexible working time as per internal policies
• Support during the immigration process, if needed.

PROTECTED CATEGORY

Belonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will constitute a preferential condition.
Some fiscal benefits could be applied for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, having the requirements defined by Dlgs 147/2015 (for repatriates) or Dl 78/2010 (for foreigners).
CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics. Please omit from your CV any data you or we might consider discriminatory.
This job announcement is an invitation to express interest in the above-mentioned CMCC Position.
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We will keep your information on file for up to 1 year.

Applicants responding to this posting declare that they have read, understood and agreed to the “Official Rule for the CMCC Personnel recruitment".

We will keep your information on file for up to 1 year.