Senior Developer (CMS/WordPress)

Redtech is helping our client with a Contractor search for a Developer with experience with CMS/WordPress and some experience in an Agency environment.

Approx start date – February 2026

Duration – 3-6 months = extensions probable or conversion to direct hire is possible

Location – 100% remote

Other - May require occasional evenings and weekends.

Eligibility – We are not able to offer any type of sponsorship. No 3rd party candidates

Contract Pay Rate - $45-52/hr W2 DOE – this rate assumes full benefits participation ***Please note: preference will be given to candidates in the mid of the pay range.

Benefits – (all are based on eligibility)

Choice of 2 Medical/RX insurance plans from Premera (Blue Cross/Blue Shield national network)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) plan with company match

Company paid Life/AD&D insurance for employees who participate in medical insurance

Our CLIENT is a creative agency specializing in branding, marketing and placemaking. That means we not only develop and guide brands for places such as reinvigorated downtown districts, emerging communities and, in some cases, whole new regions, we actually have a hand in creating the places themselves. It’s diverse, exciting, meaningful work. So with every position, we look for people who share our love of culture and community, our desire to make a real difference and perhaps most of all our spirit of fun, creativity and hard work. Or as we like to say: be true, have fun and do the unexpected.

Position Overview

Our CLIENT is seeking a highly collaborative, innovative, and solution-focused Developer to help craft digital experiences that integrate seamlessly with our strategy, design and storytelling. This person will work closely with our Senior Developer, Art Directors, Writers and Account Team to develop, implement, and maintain web-based solutions, emails, and other digital assets.

This role requires a solid understanding of front-end and back-end development, problem-solving skills, and a passion for technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with creative teams to develop and enhance websites, landing pages, and web applications.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code using programming languages like HTML, CSS/SCSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
• Work with content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress or custom-built systems.
• Assist with the development and integration of APIs and third-party services.
• Debug and troubleshoot issues across various browsers and devices.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Support the creation of digital advertisements and banners.
• Work closely with senior developers and designers to meet project deadlines.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends in web development and advertising technologies.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in writing efficient, readable code using JavaScript, CSS/SCSS, HTML, and PHP.
• Experience developing custom themes in WordPress.
• Familiarity with the Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) plugin.
• Experience developing responsive websites with a mobile-first approach.
• Experience implementing micro-interactions and animations to enhance user experience.
• Proficiency with task runners and build tools like Grunt, Gulp, Webpack, and Vite.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Ability to determine system and plugin requirements for new website development.
• Familiarity with HubSpot, other customer relationship management (CRM) platforms, and email service providers (ESPs).
• Familiarity with SEO Best Practices.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and Figma.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong design sensibilities and attention to detail.
• Certification in analytics tools like Google Analytics or Google Tag Manager.
• Experience coding HTML emails.
• Knowledge of frontend frameworks like Vue, React, or Angular.
• Understanding of ADA and WCAG compliance requirements.
• Ability to develop methods for creating and utilizing reusable components, including design specifications for collaboration with art directors.