We are excited to announce that Engage is part of Forbes Tate Partners: https://enga.ge/forbes-tate-partners-acquires-engage/
About Forbes Tate Partners
Forbes Tate Partners (FTP) is a full-service public affairs consultancy specializing in bipartisan federal and state government relations, strategic communications, grassroots and grasstops advocacy, issue campaigns, corporate development, and technology strategy. As a mid-sized firm, we have the breadth and depth of personnel and experience to manage a portfolio of over 200 clients, but also the flexibility to provide our clients with attentive and highly personalized support. We deliver winning solutions to complex challenges in a fun, fast-paced environment.
Position Description
Engage a Forbes Tate Partners company seeking a talented Mid-Level WordPress Developer to join our team. As a WordPress Developer, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining WordPress-based websites for our clients. You will work closely with project managers, designers, and other developers to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
Responsibilities:
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Develop and maintain WordPress websites based on client requirements.
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Write clean, well-designed code that is optimized for performance and scalability.
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Collaborate with project managers, designers, and other developers to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
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Ensure that websites are responsive and perform well across different devices and platforms.
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Develop custom themes and plugins to extend the functionality of WordPress.
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Troubleshoot and resolve issues with WordPress websites.
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Keep up to date with the latest developments in WordPress and web development in general.
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Attend team meetings and contribute to discussions on project requirements, development strategies, and best practices.
Requirements:
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3+ years of experience in WordPress development
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Proficiency in PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery
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Experience with MySql databases (comfortable using phpMyAdmin or something similar)
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Experience with custom theme and plugin development
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Strong understanding of WordPress architecture and best practices
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Experience with Gutenberg or other visual page editors
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Basic knowledge of version control using Git (branching, merging, and resolving merge conflicts) or similar tools
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Experience working in a team environment and collaborating with other developers, designers, and project managers.
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Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Bonus Skills:
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Experience with frameworks such as Twig and Timber
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Experience with CSS preprocessors such as SASS or LESS
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Knowledge of website optimization techniques such as caching, lazy loading, and asset optimization
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Familiarity with server administration and hosting environments
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Experience with Vue JS framework
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Experience using SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol)
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Experience using Algolia
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