Global Media/Analytics firm is seeking a WordPress Developer (Consultant) to join their fast-paced Web Products group to enhance a WordPress based content authoring system.
Candidates will have the opportunity to work on a project that is used to power a highly influential media website. In this role you will need to think outside the box and bring cutting edge technology in house to champion its use. You will be a key participant and contributor throughout the entire SDLC.
This is a 6-12 month + contract located in New York City. There is also an additional role based out of Princeton, NJ.
Required Skills:
• Highly-motivated web developer with a minimum of 3 years experience
• Strong WordPress developer, including experience in building custom WordPress Themes, Plugins and Widgets
• Skillful in PHP, XHTML, HTML 5, Javascript, CSS, jQuery and general Web 2.0 techniques
• Proficiency in software engineering best practices and skillful in the use of JSON/AJAX/XML techniques
• Expertise in building responsive and scalable sites for all platforms
• Common Development tools (Git, etc)
• Experience with object oriented analysis/design
• Familiarity with relational databases, preferably MYSQL and Oracle
• Understanding of web services technologies such as SOAP, HTTP, WSDL, XSD, and REST
• BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent experience
NOTE – NO H1-B or 3rd Party Candidates at this time * GC, EAD or US Citizens who can work W2 or CTC, please feel free to apply
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