Senior WordPress Developer
Washington, DC

Job Description

U.GROUP is looking for a Senior WordPress developer with an eye for detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting. Were looking for an experienced candidate with expertise in developing WordPress themes and plugins; a full understanding of web standards and responsive design techniques; an understanding of jQuery and other JavaScript libraries; and expert HTML and Sass skills. Potential exists for this to be based remotely.

What You'll Do

* Lead the development of WordPress sites
* Develop responsive, standards-compliant HTML and CSS3 themes for WordPress
* Install, test and debug WordPress plugins and develop new plugins as needed
* Evaluate designs, wireframes and other deliverables during the design and user experience phase for potential development issues and flag problems appropriately
* Conduct peer review of themes created by other developers
* Conduct cross-browser and cross-device testing to ensure consistent display in major supported browsers on Mac, PC, iOS and Android platforms
* Communicate the intricacies of complex web development issues, acting as a subject matter expert both internally across departments and externally with clients
* Prototype functionality for internal and client review

What It Takes

* Experience creating and modifying WordPress themes
* Expertise with PHP development
* Expert HTML & CSS skills with full understanding of web standards and responsive design techniques
* Familiarity with Sass
* Understanding of jQuery and other JavaScript libraries
* Experience with Git version control
* Ability to estimate time and level of effort for front-end development tasks
* Ability to manipulate and slice PSDs and InDesign files
* Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
* Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately
* Preferred: Experience with WP-CLI tool
* Preferred: Basic understanding of accessibility best practices, Section 508 compliance and/or WCAG 2.0 standards

Additional Requirements

* 8+ years of experience with WordPress
* Bachelors degree and U.S. citizenship required