Software Engineer III - WordPress

Codeworks is an IT Services firm, known for our strong commitment to quality and for our direct client relationships.

Our client located in the Madison, WI area is looking for a WordPress Software Engineer to join their team on a long-term contract basis. This role will work onsite in Madison, WI in a hybrid model.

The consultant is responsible for development upgrades to our WordPress multi-site, plugins, external API integrations, etc. and other customized projects. Our systems connect with on-campus software, an Oracle-based course management system, and serve thousands of professionals from registration on our website to receiving a final customized certificate. This includes helping internal teams and campus partners with WordPress, Google Analytics (Universal and/or G4), and proficiency with LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) platforms and web hosting management tools and protocols.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Reviews application design specifications, codes new applications, and makes enhancements to existing applications
• Designs and implements test plans, and prepares systems test data
• Develops, prepares, or modifies technical specifications for complex projects, system integrations, and upgrades
• Conducts systems analysis, reviews and interprets system requirements, and develops detailed system design specifications for system integrations and upgrades
• Reviews application modules for quality assurance and checks compliance with application architecture standards
• Contributes to the development of data structure and systems performance strategies
• Develop documentation for sustainability of the code base
  
  

Multiple years of professional experience with the following is required:

• Demonstrated experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP
• In-depth knowledge and experience with WordPress and the technologies and platforms that support it (e.g themes, plugins, Gutenberg editor, APIs, MySql, LAMP, etc)
• Experience working with Web Hosting Control Panels (Plesk/cPanel), GIT (version control systems), Secure FTP, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Experience administering and troubleshooting WordPress sites and/or Multisite installations
• Experience with React JavaScript framework (or similar framework/library) is a plus
• Knowledge of best practices and use of vendor plugins for WordPress
• Understanding or knowledge of AWS
• Knowledge of Foundation or other similar front-end development frameworks (Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, Semantic UI, etc).
• Ability to manage projects from start to finish, including scoping, planning, and execution
  
  

For immediate consideration, qualified candidates should send their resumes. Attn: Laura. Apply Here Must be willing to work onsite in the Madison, WI area in a hybrid model. Local candidates will be given first priority.

About CODEWORKS:

Codeworks has more than 20 years of experience successfully serving Fortune 1000 companies nationally. Our Recruiting team consists of highly skilled Talent Specialists skilled at evaluating, advising, and connecting IT professionals with new career opportunities that facilitate career growth. Codeworks has continuously been recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing private companies in the US.

At Codeworks, we're committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and beyond. We believe in equal opportunities and value the unique perspectives that every individual brings to our team. Join us in creating an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace where your talents can thrive.