Job Description
Job Title: WordPress Developer
Gridiron IT is seeking a skilled WordPress Developer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing scalable WordPress solutions that meet the needs of our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
• Implement complex WordPress solutions
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define and implement project requirements and deliverables
• Develop code and provide mentorship to junior developers and customer content creators
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to WordPress sites
• Stay up-to-date with the latest WordPress trends, tools, and best practices
• Ensure all WordPress solutions adhere to industry standards and best practices
• Develop and maintain documentation for projects and processes
• Communicate and collaborate with content developers to advise on solutions and troubleshoot problems
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Proven experience as a WordPress Architect or in a similar development role
• Extensive experience with PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and MySQL
• Strong understanding of WordPress core, themes, and plugins (like Gutenberg)
• Experience with RESTful APIs and third-party integrations
• Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Knowledge of front-end frameworks and libraries (e.g., React, Vue.js) is a plus
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work closely with customers and other developers
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with headless WordPress and JAMstack architecture
• Familiarity with cloud services and deployment (e.g., AWS, Azure)
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices
• Experience with performance optimization tools and techniques
Security Clearance:
The selected applicant will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Required to clear for a Public Trust Clearance.
Compensation and Benefits:
Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron's benefits programs.
EEO Statement:
Gridiron IT Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.
Responsibilities
- The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing scalable WordPress solutions that meet the needs of our clients
- Implement complex WordPress solutions
- Collaborate with project managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define and implement project requirements and deliverables
- Develop code and provide mentorship to junior developers and customer content creators
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to WordPress sites
- Stay up-to-date with the latest WordPress trends, tools, and best practices
- Ensure all WordPress solutions adhere to industry standards and best practices
- Develop and maintain documentation for projects and processes
- Communicate and collaborate with content developers to advise on solutions and troubleshoot problems
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- Proven experience as a WordPress Architect or in a similar development role
- Extensive experience with PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and MySQL
- Strong understanding of WordPress core, themes, and plugins (like Gutenberg)
- Experience with RESTful APIs and third-party integrations
- Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work closely with customers and other developers
- The selected applicant will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
- Required to clear for a Public Trust Clearance