Job Title: Web Developer (WordPress)Job ID: 24-04736 Location: North Chesterfield, VADuration: 12 months of contract.IN PERSON IVS ONLY (No Exceptions) ON SITE REQUIRED: Right now, Client team is generally working 4 days on site and 1 day off based on the Governor's directive. This is subject to change in either direction. This could also change based on the demands of the project, so it is possible that there will be weeks where they need to be on site (5 days) all week. If selected, they need to plan to be on site 4 days a week and be available to be on site as needed. What You Do and How You Do It: As a WordPress Developer in the IT Division, you will be joining a highly dynamic and results oriented Department. You will be a key resource in providing enhancements and security for six WordPress applications while working closely with stakeholders. Your full stack development work will support Client mission in highway safety, emergency messaging, and recruitment. The position is hybrid and your work arrangement does require regular onsite presence. You will be responsible for:
Working across the full stack in WordPress to build new features and services
Developing solutions in WordPress that support positive, accessible user experiences in both desktop and mobile environments
Debugging and security remediations for public facing applications
Working with agile development methodologies, adhering to best practices, and pursuing continued learning opportunities
Here's What You Need:
Demonstrated expertise in WordPress application development
Proficiency in PHP coding and debugging
Proficiency in front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Understanding of SQL
Understanding of REST API
Proven knowledge of back-end/infrastructure maintenance and optimization and UX/UI principles
Proven knowledge of secure coding practices
Ability to work as team member on web development projects end-to-end
Outstanding communication skills
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in information sciences, computer science, or a related field; considerable software implementation experience.
Skill Matrix:
Skill
Required / Desired
Amount
of Experience
Demonstrated expertise in WordPress application development
Required
5
Years
Proficiency in PHP coding and debugging
Required
5
Years
Proficiency in front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Required
5
Years
Understanding of SQL
Required
5
Years
Understanding of REST API
Required
5
Years
Ability to work as team member on web development projects end-to-end
Required
5
Years
Proven knowledge of back-end/infrastructure maintenance and optimization and UX/UI principles
Required
5
Years
Proven knowledge of secure coding practices
Required
5
Years
Outstanding communication skills
Required
5
Years
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in information sciences, computer science, or a related field;
Required
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