WordPress Web Developer *VL* Job at Infojini in Chicago

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Web Development and Customization:
o Design, develop, and maintain custom themes, templates, and components within WordPress and other platforms as needed.
o Develop custom plugins, integrate third-party services, and build reusable components that support academic and program-specific content needs.
o Translate design elements from Figma or other design tools into fully functional, responsive, and branded web interfaces across platforms.
o Apply responsive, mobile-first design principles to deliver a consistent user experience across all devices.

• Project Management and Collaboration:
o Work closely with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
o Deliver web development projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and adherence to quality standards.
o Participate in cross-functional meetings to gather feedback, align on project objectives, and update stakeholders on progress.

• Website Optimization and Maintenance:
o Regularly update websites to ensure optimal performance, security, and compatibility with the latest standards.
o Conduct performance tuning, caching, and optimization tasks to improve page load times, responsiveness, and site health.
o Manage cross-browser compatibility and perform rigorous QA testing to ensure consistent functionality and appearance across devices.

• Quality Assurance and Accessibility Compliance:
o Adhere to accessibility standards (WCAG, ADA) to create inclusive and user-friendly web experiences.
o Conduct QA, troubleshooting, and debugging to maintain high-quality, error-free content.
o Collect and implement feedback from stakeholders to continuously improve and enhance website features.

• Support for Content and Brand Consistency:
o Maintain and update themes, templates, and components to ensure brand consistency and a cohesive user experience across digital platforms.
o Collaborate with to integrate branding elements, style guides, taxonomy and across web properties.
o Support content teams with template updates and enhancements that align with content structure and user experience goals.

• Flexibility with Web Technologies:
o Leverage knowledge of other content management systems, such as Drupal or Joomla, as well as modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue) to support diverse web development needs.
o Apply front-end and back-end development skills as required for non-WordPress projects, providing adaptable support across the institution's digital ecosystem.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Development and Content Management Systems:
o Proficiency in WordPress development, including custom theme and plugin creation, custom post types, and Advanced Custom Fields (ACF).
o Solid understanding of PHP, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, with experience using CSS frameworks like Bootstrap or Tailwind CSS.
o Experience with REST APIs and third-party service integration to enable dynamic content functionality.
o Familiarity with multisite environments and management of networked sites, ensuring efficient scalability.

• Performance and Optimization Tools:
o Knowledge of caching, CDN integration, and image optimization for enhanced performance.
o Proficiency in debugging and performance monitoring tools such as Chrome DevTools, Sentry, or LogRocket.

• Quality Assurance and Accessibility Tools:
o Familiarity with tools such as Lighthouse, axe, and Wave to ensure accessibility and quality assurance compliance.
o Understanding of WCAG and ADA guidelines to create accessible digital experiences.

• SEO and Analytics:
o Basic knowledge of SEO best practices, including schema markup and keyword optimization.
o Experience with Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager for tracking and reporting.

• Design and Prototyping:
o Proficiency in Figma or other design tools to accurately translate designs into web components.
o Familiarity with design collaboration tools such as Storybook for component management.

• Familiarity with M365 platform
o Knowledge of SharePoint Online and experience with SharePoint lists, libraries and site content architecture
o Understanding of Power Automate as a workflow tool and Power Apps and an internal application builder to support internal business solutions
o Understanding of M365 and SharePoint security groups, MS Teams, and leveraging out-of-the-box M365 features to support collaboration

• Education:
o Bachelor's degree in computer science, Web Development, Digital Media, or a related field, or equivalent certifications.

• Experience:
o At least three years of experience as a Web Developer, with a primary focus on WordPress and experience in broader web technologies. Experience in higher education a plus

• Soft Skills:
o Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
o Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
o Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a culturally diverse environment.