Web Developer III

WordPress Web Developer (Enterprise Scale)
Location: Fully Remote - US Only
Pay Rate: $70/hr (W2)
Duration: 12-month contract possible extension/conversion
Schedule: Full-Time | 40 Hours/Week
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Vacation, and Sick Leave

Job Overview:
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior WordPress Engineer to support the development and maintenance of large-scale web platforms serving millions of users worldwide. This role is ideal for a developer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and has hands-on experience building enterprise-grade WordPress solutions. You will play a key role in developing new features, maintaining existing WordPress applications, improving site performance, and ensuring secure, scalable code. This position also embraces an AI-first development approach , leveraging modern AI-powered tools to accelerate delivery while maintaining high engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and improve WordPress site features using JavaScript and PHP.
• Create and modify WordPress plugins and themes, including bug fixes and updates.
• Partner with various stakeholders to turn requirements into robust technical solutions.
• Enhance site responsiveness, optimize performance, and resolve technical issues.
• Engage in code reviews and documentation while adhering to secure coding standards.
• Implement an AI-first development workflow using modern toolsets.

Qualifications:

• Proven track record of developing WordPress sites or applications with PHP and JavaScript.
• Direct experience building custom WordPress themes and plugins from the ground up.
• Proficiency in HTML/CSS and knowledge of web best practices regarding accessibility and maintainability.
• Familiarity with WordPress architecture, including hooks, PHP APIs, the block editor, and REST API.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage tasks independently in high-pressure environments.
• Clear communication skills for collaborating with both technical and non-technical teams.

Must-Have Skills:

• Enterprise WordPress engineering (at scale)
• Strong core web dev skills: PHP + JavaScript (modern practices)
• Security-minded development + AI-first workflow proficiency

Nice to Have Skills:

• WordPress VIP experience
• Enterprise / at-scale WordPress background (e.g., big brands, media/enterprise environments)
• AI tool familiarity (especially Claude and DevMate)

Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.

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