Job Description

Responsibilities

• Solve complex problems while collaborating with an awesome development team working on innovative and large-scale WordPress installations
• You recognize the importance of asking for help and having code reviews, both to help yourself and others on the team
• Architect - Architect and develop new backend features and plugins, custom functionality, and theme integration as needed
• Quality - Write high quality code with readability, efficiency, and maintainability in mind
• Develop - Develop and maintain complex WordPress-based applications
• Implement complex features using modern PHP code and patterns
• Develop custom solutions using the WordPress framework
• Oversee and execute the implementation of new feature requests
• Advise on and support WordPress best practices
• Work with project managers to help understand the technical aspects of the work and to help estimate effort
• Review code and pull requests from other developers
• Set up code repositories and remote development installations
• Continuous integration and automated deployment pipelines
• Coordinate releases with partner IT groups
• Help other developers and asking for help from other developers

Requirements

• We are also looking for a developer who has worked with WordPress Gutenberg block system, templates, and custom plugins
• We want someone who can dive into both the front-end composition of a WordPress site and take it to the next level while handling the back-end
• The ideal candidate can also find a needle in a haystack and be able to follow processes when troubleshooting website issues
• You know when to check the error logs and when to check the Git repos for uncommitted changes
• You should have a desire to work behind the scenes with a team to get things done
• You like to see a large project through from start to finish
• You need to be up to speed and knowledgeable about the most recent releases and standards of WordPress
• You also take pride in how you communicate with others
• You can explain a technical issue or function in a way that someone who isn’t a developer can digest
• ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE A RESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
• Attention to Detail – You must be naturally precise, and you must take genuine, personal pride in being meticulous about your craft
• Project Management communication - will communicate clearly to let Project Managers and/or the Lead Web Developer know that work has been completed or if you have a question
• Collaboration - Collaborate with the project strategist and senior backend developers to articulate the best technological solution for the problem at hand
• You enjoy working with others in an environment that balances team-wide communication with independent work
• Communication – Our operational style emphasizes flexibility and encourages autonomy
• As a result, uncommonly good common sense, and exceptional communication skills are indispensable for every team member
• Time Management – We know that nothing is ever ‘done’
• The proven ability to manage your time sensibly and proportionately with project priorities is critical
• Analyst - Analyze user story acceptance criteria to ensure technical feasibility and point out potential issues