Lead Web Developer Vacancy
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team as a Senior WordPress Developer. As a key member of our development team, you will be responsible for driving the successful evolution of our technology solution and processes that support the delivery of online education services.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders to develop and deploy public-facing websites, including the setup and maintenance of cloud technology systems. Your expertise in WordPress theme and plugin development, as well as your knowledge of RESTful API and GraphQL integration, will be invaluable in this role.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the development and deployment of public-facing websites
* Maintain and improve existing cloud technology systems
* Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to drive project success
Required Skills and Qualifications
Technical Skills
* Advanced PHP, HTML5, CSS3/Sass, and native JavaScript knowledge
* Extensive experience with WordPress theme and plugin development
* Deep understanding of WordPress core software and its functions at the code level
* Experience with RESTful API and GraphQL integration
* Familiarity with front-end build tools like Webpack, Gulp, or Grunt
* Proficient with version control systems, particularly Git
* Knowledge and experience of AWS services in relation to WordPress Hosting
* Understanding of SEO principles and ensuring that applications adhere to them
* Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG) and designing for compliance
* Knowledge of WordPress static site generation
* Knowledge of coding patterns
* Knowledge of CI/CD
Behavioural Skills
* A focus on client-side performance when developing/suggesting solutions
* Comfortable working cross-functionality, specifically in the areas of design, development, testing, and support
* Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to relate effectively to students and academic staff at all levels
* Advanced capability to work independently, and identify when to bring peers and stakeholders on a journey, as well as when to elicit support from senior technical staff for reviews and approvals
Benefits
In addition to the opportunity to work on exciting projects, you will also benefit from:
* A hybrid, flexible approach to work, with a mix of office and remote working
* A range of growth and development opportunities
* A collaborative and supportive team environment
* A competitive salary and benefits package
Others
If you are a motivated and experienced developer looking for a new challenge, please apply now with your updated CV.