Web Application Developer/ WordPress Developer

Hiring: Web Application Developer (WordPress) – 10+ Years Experience

Title: Web Application Developer with 10 years experience on WordPress

Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States (Primarily Remote, Onsite as Needed)

Position Type: Contractor

Visa: Preferred – US Citizens | Local Candidates Only

Job Description

Seeking a Web Developer to build and secure the back-end of a WordPress site to support the project's functions. The candidate will work with CDIP's UX/UI Content Manager to create a website with mobile support and usable interfaces using best practices, including meeting WCAG AA standards.

Work Activities

• Build new website features and reusable components for the designated website.
• Develop and maintain WordPress themes and plugins using PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Implement solutions that primarily follow the selected WordPress theme with limited customization.
• Develop a website that can be easily maintained and updated without ongoing reliance on the original developer.
• Apply security and accessibility best practices, leveraging WP Engine capabilities where applicable.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure deliverables meet design, content, user experience (UX), and branding standards.
• Collaborate with the UX/UI Content Manager to implement and optimize front-end functionality.
• Partner with non-technical stakeholders to evaluate and implement new website features that align with business needs.
• Ensure all development adheres to the City's Managed WordPress Guidelines.
• Develop solutions that comply with web standards, accessibility guidelines, and WCAG AA requirements.
• Identify and resolve bugs while maintaining clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Perform ongoing website maintenance, including WordPress core, theme, and plugin updates.
• Support the Content Manager with additional development enhancements following UX testing.
• Build reusable, testable, and efficient code to support website functionality, including:
• Rotating homepage banner (materials provided by PDPH)
• Website-wide search functionality
• File sharing capabilities
• Mobile-responsive browsing experience
• Google Analytics integration
• WCAG AA compliance with additional accessibility features where applicable
• Support the successful delivery of the fully functional website.
• Provide monthly maintenance, including technical support, minor enhancements, monitoring of WordPress, themes, and plugins, and serving as the liaison between WP Engine and the internal team.

Required Skills & Experience

• Excellent communicator: Articulate technical concepts to general audiences, explain design decisions, write and speak clearly, and foster effective team communication.
• Relationship-builder: Collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, identify design opportunities, and maintain strong working relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Curious: Demonstrate active listening, problem-solving, openness to constructive feedback, and continuous learning.
• Three (3) or more years of experience in systems analysis, programming, and design.
• BA/BS in Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent work experience and training.
• Understanding of design principles.
• Familiarity with accessibility principles.
• Flexibility to troubleshoot front-end concerns.
• Experience using translation frameworks.
• Familiarity with performance, scalability, security, and testing applications.
• Familiarity with various design and architectural patterns.
• Extensive coding knowledge in HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.

Highly Desired/Preferred Skills & Experience

• Compassionate: Turn empathy into actionable solutions that address real user needs with integrity.
• Self-directed: Effectively prioritize work, manage time, and know when to seek assistance.
• Systems-thinker: Understand how individual features impact the broader application ecosystem.

If you are a local candidate with the required experience and are interested in this opportunity, please share your updated resume.