Senior HTML Specialist

Datawords has developed an innovative value proposition by placing multicultural adaptation and international deployment of digital content at the center of an industrial production process. By combining linguistic, cultural, technical and web marketing expertise, Datawords has become a global leader in digital localization and content management across all digital channels. Today, Datawords employs nearly 900 people across major hubs in Paris, Brussels, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Seoul, Tokyo, New York, Montreal, Mexico, Milan, Barcelona and Luxembourg. As a fast-growing, multicultural and tech-driven company, Datawords offers a unique opportunity to work with leading international brands and contribute to the future of global digital content. To support our growing production capacity, we are hiring a Senior HTML Specialist for our office in Makati City, Philippines. Come and Join a growing and dynamic Group of Digital Communication Agencies located in both great cities in the Philippines - Makati & Cebu Office Location: Exportbank Plaza Condominium, Chino Roces, Makati City Individual contributor Job Summary We are looking for a highly skilled HTML Specialist to join our Digital Content Team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing responsive, visually engaging, and cross-client compatible HTML email campaigns based on approved creative designs. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in HTML email development and understands the unique challenges of rendering emails consistently across various email clients, including Microsoft Outlook, Gmail, Apple Mail, Yahoo Mail, and mobile email applications. You should have a strong eye for detail, write clean and efficient code, troubleshoot rendering issues, and deliver pixel-perfect email experiences that meet quality standards and client expectations. Key Responsibilities Develop HTML email newsletters and marketing emails from provided design files (Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop, etc.). Build responsive, accessible, and cross-client compatible email templates. Ensure pixel-perfect implementation while maintaining email best practices. Optimize email layouts for desktop and mobile devices. Troubleshoot rendering issues across various email clients and devices. Apply email-safe HTML and CSS techniques to maximize compatibility. Perform quality assurance testing before deployment. Collaborate with designers, project managers, and production teams to ensure project requirements are met. Maintain reusable email components and templates for efficient production. Continuously stay updated with email development standards, client rendering changes, and industry best practices. Support process improvements and contribute technical expertise to the Digital Content Team. Assist in mentoring junior team members and share technical knowledge when needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Multimedia Arts, or a related field (preferred but not required with equivalent experience). 3+ years of experience in HTML email development. Proven experience building HTML email newsletters from scratch. Experience working in a digital agency or production environment is an advantage. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Excellent problem-solving abilities. Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining high quality standards. Required Technical Skills HTML Email Development HTML5 Email-safe HTML Table-based layouts Nested tables Responsive email templates Fluid and Hybrid layouts Bulletproof CTA buttons Image optimization Accessibility best practices Email-safe typography CSS Inline CSS Embedded CSS Responsive layouts Media Queries CSS fallbacks Mobile optimization Dark Mode support Email-safe styling techniques Cross-Client Compatibility Strong knowledge of rendering differences and troubleshooting across: Microsoft Outlook (Desktop) Outlook Web Gmail Apple Mail Yahoo Mail iPhone Mail Android Mail Outlook-Specific Development Experience with: Microsoft Office Conditional Comments Ghost Tables VML (Vector Markup Language) for Outlook buttons and backgrounds Outlook rendering quirks DPI scaling fixes Outlook spacing and image rendering issues Preferred Skills Experience with one or more of the following is a plus: Adobe Dreamweaver Litmus Email on Acid Adobe Campaign Salesforce Marketing Cloud Adobe Journey Optimizer (AJO) Marketo HubSpot Figma Adobe Photoshop Git or version control systems Basic JavaScript knowledge (where applicable outside email) Competencies Strong attention to detail Pixel-perfect execution Analytical thinking Problem-solving Time management Adaptability Team collaboration Quality-focused mindset Accountability Continuous learning Work set-up and working hours: Shifting Schedule / Monday to Friday Hybrid Setup Working at Datawords Philippines, you will enjoy: Hybrid setup with hybrid allowance Competitive Salary Shift incentive Health Insurance Policy with Dental, Optical and ComPsych coverage Learning opportunities, access to Linkedin Learning courses Local and International training/business trip opportunities Vacation leave, Sick Leave, Offered Leave, Marriage Leave, Birthday Leave Virtual and Onsite Health and Wellness Programs Inclusive, Fun and Unique Datawords Culture where EVERYONE MATTERS! WHO WE ARE Datawords - International Digital Marketing Powered by Multicultural Technologies. We see technology from a multicultural point of view, which is why our agency creates and proposes cutting edge solutions and innovations that scale quickly to any market. We always aim to offer the best multicultural digital experience to our clients, and have acquired several agencies with specific expertise in recent years: Digiprod , an audio-visual production company, Vanksen , a digital strategy company and 87seconds , a creative video agency. In a world driven by disruption, we constantly challenge ourselves to improve our solutions and technology, such as Wezen . We focus both on organic growth and are always on the lookout for interesting acquisitions to complement our existing offering. Datawords was born out of a vision of communication that transcends all borders to reach the broadest possible audience everywhere across the globe. At the heart of that vision is a mix of technological mastery and communications expertise that drives every aspect of our brand DNA — down to our very name. Technology may be at the heart of what we do, but people are at the heart of who we are. They are the ones who make Datawords a singular place to work for – and with. From every corner of the globe, our employees bring not only their local language and culture, but their individual energies, passions and motivations to the job each day. The result is a true melting pot of knowledge, skill and perspective in which solutions are never far away. As technology advances faster and faster and the world becomes smaller every day, our team is made to change and grow with the times. Because words and technology are only as meaningful as the people behind them. Come and Join our Growing and Talented Team at Datawords Philippines! We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to the success of our company. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where every employee, whatever their abilities, can flourish. Datawords guarantees fairness for all during the recruitment process, regardless of gender, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability or age.