WordPress Developer

Overview:

Foundry is seeking a talented Full Stack WordPress developer to join our remote team based in the US. The ideal candidate will have a passion for web development and be proficient in WordPress development and customization.

The WordPress developer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining WordPress-based products for our stakeholders, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products that meet our stakeholders' needs and expectations.

At Foundry we continue to lead the world by helping companies bring their visions to reality through a combination of media, marketing technologies and proprietary data. Our technology platforms are powered by data from our owned and operated ecosystem of global editorial brands, prestigious awards, and events, all engineered and integrated to drive marketing campaigns for technology companies. While we harness the power of algorithms, optimisation, and automation, what truly fuels our success are the meaningful connections and trusted relationships we cultivate.

This role will be based in our Needham MA office. We will consider qualified candidates for 100% remote in an approved US location. However, east coast hours are required. 

• Develop custom WordPress themes and plugins based on stakeholder requirements, utilizing modern development practices.
• Customize existing WordPress themes and plugins to meet specific needs while adhering to best practices.
• Integrate third-party APIs and services into WordPress products seamlessly.
• Build Gutenberg blocks to enhance the editing experience and provide stakeholders with flexible content options.
• Develop block themes and Gutenberg patterns to streamline content creation and improve product editing workflows.
• Optimize products for speed, performance, and scalability, leveraging modern techniques and tools.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues with WordPress products, ensuring seamless functionality across different browsers and devices.
• Collaborate closely with designers, content creators, and other developers to deliver outstanding products that exceed stakeholder expectations.
• Stay updated on the latest WordPress trends, tools, and best practices, particularly in theme development, Gutenberg block development, block themes, and Gutenberg patterns.
• Ensure products adhere to accessibility standards and guidelines to make them usable and navigable for all users, including those with disabilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field (preferred but not required).
• 5 years of experience as a FullStack WordPress developer:
  • WordPress theme and plugin development, with a strong understanding of modern development practices.
  • Strong grasp of PHP, HTML5, CSS3, SCSS, JavaScript, and MySQL.
  • Knowledge of how to interact with RESTful APIs and formats.
  • Familiarity with front-end frameworks such as Bootstrap and modern JavaScript libraries/frameworks like React.
• Experience building custom Gutenberg blocks, block themes, and Gutenberg patterns to extend the functionality of WordPress products.
• Knowledge of SEO best practices and techniques to ensure products are optimized for search engines.
• Experience with accessibility standards and guidelines, ensuring products are usable and navigable for all users.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools (Git).
• Experience setting up development environments.
• Experience with Amazon Web Services is preferred.
• Experience with Wordpress VIP platform is preferred

This role can be based in a US remote approved location; working east coast hours. 

IDG is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

IDG is committed to paying our team equitably for their work, commensurate with their individual skills and experience.  Salary range and additional compensation, including discretionary bonuses and incentive pay, are determined by a rigorous review process taking into account the experience, education, certifications and skills required for the specific role, equity with similarly situated team members, as well as employer-verified region-specific market data provided by an independent 3rd party partner. At IDG we are committed to fair and equitable pay practices. Expected salary, dependent upon experience and location is between $125,000 and $140,000.00 USD which includes base and bonus (if applicable).