Job ID: 177995
Location: Remote (Supporting a U.S.-Based Technology Team)
Duration: 12-Month Contract with Potential for Extension
Schedule: 40 Hours per Week
Employment Type: W2 Only
Pay Range: $60–80/hour DOE
PTR Global is seeking an experienced Web Developer III to support a leading technology client. This role focuses on developing and maintaining high-traffic WordPress properties, building custom themes and plugins, enhancing site performance, and leveraging AI-powered development workflows.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience developing WordPress applications from the ground up, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is passionate about building scalable, high-quality web experiences.
Develop, maintain, and enhance WordPress websites using PHP, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
Build custom WordPress themes and plugins from the ground up.
Maintain and improve existing site functionality, troubleshoot issues, and resolve bugs.
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
Optimize website performance, responsiveness, accessibility, and maintainability.
Participate in code reviews, documentation, and secure coding best practices.
Implement AI-assisted development workflows using modern development tools.
Proven experience developing WordPress applications using PHP and JavaScript.
Hands-on experience building custom WordPress themes and plugins.
Strong understanding of WordPress architecture, including:
Hooks and Filters
PHP APIs
Gutenberg (Block Editor)
REST API
Proficiency with HTML and CSS, along with modern web development best practices.
Experience optimizing and maintaining high-traffic WordPress websites.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with WordPress VIP.
Experience with modern WordPress development and build tooling.
Familiarity with AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude, or ChatGPT.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
No C2C.
No H-1B sponsorship or transfers.
Our full-time consultants are eligible for:
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
PTO and sick leave, where applicable under state and local law
Please include responses to the following:
What is the largest WordPress site you've deployed code to (approximate traffic/scale), and what did you build?
Have you worked on production sites using WordPress VIP? If so, for how long and in what capacity? Please provide one or two examples.
Which WordPress VIP tools and workflows have you used?
Describe a WordPress performance or scalability issue you solved. What was the issue, how did you diagnose it, what changes did you implement, and what was the outcome?
What experience do you have building custom Gutenberg blocks and using modern build tooling?
Which AI coding tools do you use, and how do they fit into your development workflow?
PTR Global is a leading provider of information technology and workforce solutions. With more than 5,000 professionals providing services throughout the United States and Canada, PTR Global delivers talent solutions to many of the world's leading organizations.
Pay Range: $60–80/hour W2 (DOE)
The specific compensation for this position will be determined by several factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role, as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Our full-time consultants have access to benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) contributions, as well as PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by applicable state or localities where you reside or work.
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