Job Title: Wordpress Developer
Location: Hybrid On-Site - Green Bay, WI
Work Authorization: USC/GC Holder
Job Type : 6-Month Contract-to-Hire
Employment Eligibility: Gravity cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. for any employer directly (we are not open to contract or “corp to corp” agreements).
Position Summary
The WordPress Developer’s primary role is to develop, manage, and maintain our numerous websites and online platforms. You will be responsible for helping to oversee several online presences, including but not limited to websites, LMS platforms and ecommerce platforms. The WordPress Developer should have exceptional skills in troubleshooting, problem solving, and is expected to be up to date with the latest digital technologies, media platforms, trends, and best practices.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other job-related duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.
- Developing and maintaining WordPress websites and web apps
- Customizing and developing themes and plugins
- Creating and implementing new features with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP
- Updating website content, graphics, and design when needed
- Optimizing the performance of WordPress websites and using other techniques
- Maintaining a high level of security and ensuring legal compliance
- Implementing SEO best practices
- Managing ecommerce stores
- Communicating with team members and other, non-technical departments for smooth collaboration and maximum productivity
Skills
- A strong working knowledge of the WordPress ecosystem
- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and other relevant languages
- Working knowledge of plugin and theme creation and customization
- Proficiency in WordPress security best practices
- Understanding of search engine optimization (SEO) best practices
- Ability to optimize the speed and performance of WordPress websites
- Understanding of version control systems like Git
- Database management skills, including knowledge of MySQL
- Strong problem-solving skills for troubleshooting and debugging issues
- Communication and collaboration skills for effective teamwork
- Time management skills for maximum productivity
- Attention to detail for finding and correcting issues
Qualifications
- A degree in Computer Science, IT, Systems Engineering or a related qualification.
- A strong working knowledge of the WordPress CMS and its underlying architecture
- 2-4 years of work experience as a WordPress Developer.
- Experience with e-commerce development using WooCommerce
- MemberPress experience a plus
- Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and mySQL.
- Ability to troubleshoot website issues in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail with an analytical mind and outstanding problem-solving skills.
- Fantastic time management skills with the ability to multi-task.
- Works effectively and positively within a team environment.