WordPress - Senior Engineer

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Job Description      A reliable, detail-oriented Word Press Developer to support ongoing website operations, content management, and front-end development. This role requires a strong balance of technical execution, operational ownership, and responsiveness within defined service-level expectations.

Key Responsibilities
Development & Content Execution
Build and launch new pages based on provided designs (e.g., Figma), ensuring accuracy and responsiveness
Manage and update content across existing pages, including blogs, press releases, webinars, and events
Maintain and enhance theme-based content elements within Word Press
Implement SEO best practices and adhere to established brand guidelines
Site Maintenance & Performance
Own and execute routine Word Press maintenance tasks (plugin updates, security patches, performance checks)
Monitor and resolve bugs or issues using browser developer tools and debugging techniques as needed
Ensure site stability and optimal performance across all devices
Project Management & Operations
Take proactive ownership of task intake and ticket management
Deliver work within defined SLAs:
Same-day response for critical/high-priority issues
24-48 hour turnaround for non-critical requests

Maintain clear workflows from intake → QA → deployment
Communicate status updates, timelines, and risks with transparency
Effectively manage multiple concurrent work streams without backlog
Required Skills & Experience
2-5+ years of experience in full-stack Word Press development
Proficiency in:
HTML, CSS, and basic PHP for theme customization
Word Press core functionality, dashboard, and both Classic and Block Editors

Utilize project management tools such as  Asana  (or similar platforms) to track tasks, manage intake, prioritize work, and maintain visibility into project status and timelines

Experience with modern page builders such as Elementor and Divi Builder
Strong understanding of responsive design principles across mobile and desktop
Experience translating Figma (or similar) designs into functional web pages
Strong troubleshooting skills using browser developer tools (e.g., Chrome Inspector)

Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to scale development efforts without compromising quality or timelines
Familiarity with UX best practices and ability to design simple page layouts when needed
Familiarity with SEO best practices and accessibility standards
Experience working within defined brand systems and design standards
What We Value
Responsiveness & Reliability:  Consistently meets SLAs and communicates proactively
Operational Ownership:  Reduces internal burden by independently managing workflows and priorities
Collaborative Partnership:  Invests in continuous improvement and works as an extension of the internal team

Mandatory Competencies      Digital Content Management - Digital Content Management - Word Press  Beh - Communication and collaboration       

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