Front End WordPress Lead Developer

Tecture - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Chicago, IL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Front End Lead WordPress Developer will play a crucial role in leading the development of WordPress-based solutions, including plugins and custom themes. This position is ideal for someone with extensive experience in WordPress who is looking to take on a leadership role and build a team from the ground up. The developer will be responsible for creating intricate business solutions using various WordPress products and APIs, while also ensuring high standards of usability and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Build WordPress plugins and custom themes.
• Install and configure various WordPress products to create business solutions.
• Develop detailed specifications for complex multilayered solutions and execute them.
• Identify dependencies and find solutions to problems.
• Lead a team and make decisions starting from the ground level of a new business arm.

Requirements

• Intimate knowledge of WordPress, including themes, API, and plugin integrations.
• Proficiency in PHP, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with clients.
• Strong problem-solving skills and an active proponent of web standards, usability, and accessibility.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with ASP.NET or other server-side and database programming languages.
• Familiarity with Angular.
• Knowledge of mobile web design and development for iPhone and Android.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions