WordPress Web Developer

$104,000 - $114,400/Yr

Optimuss - Richmond, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Richmond, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a WordPress Developer at Optimuss Inc, you will play a crucial role in enhancing and securing six WordPress applications within the IT Division. This position involves full-stack development to support the company's mission in highway safety, emergency messaging, and recruitment. You will work closely with stakeholders and adhere to agile methodologies while ensuring positive user experiences across desktop and mobile platforms.

Responsibilities

• Build new features and services across the full stack in WordPress.
• Develop solutions in WordPress that support positive, accessible user experiences.
• Perform debugging and security remediations for public-facing applications.
• Work with agile development methodologies and adhere to best practices.
• Pursue continued learning opportunities.

Requirements

• Demonstrated expertise in WordPress application development (5 years required).
• Proficiency in PHP coding and debugging (5 years required).
• Proficiency in front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (5 years required).
• Understanding of SQL (5 years required).
• Understanding of REST API (5 years required).
• Ability to work as a team member on web development projects end-to-end (5 years required).
• Proven knowledge of back-end/infrastructure maintenance and optimization and UX/UI principles (5 years required).
• Proven knowledge of secure coding practices (5 years required).
• Outstanding communication skills (5 years required).
• Bachelor's degree in information sciences, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.