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About O’Reilly Media

O’Reilly’s mission is to change the world by sharing the knowledge of innovators. For over 45 years, we’ve inspired companies and individuals to do new things—and do things better—by providing them with the skills and understanding that’s necessary for success.

At the heart of our business is a unique network of experts and innovators who share their knowledge through us. O’Reilly Learning offers exclusive live training, interactive learning, a certification experience, books, videos, and more, making it easier for our customers to develop the expertise they need to get ahead. And our books have been heralded for decades as the definitive place to learn about the technologies that are shaping the future. Everything we do is to help professionals from a variety of fields learn best practices and discover emerging trends that will shape the future of the tech industry.

Our customers are hungry to build the innovations that propel the world forward. And we help you do just that.

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About the Team 

Our IT Operations team is a dynamic group of problem-solvers with a broad range of expertise used to build, support, and enhance both internal and public facing systems. We thrive on tackling diverse, real-world challenges every day and consistently deliver reliable, high-quality solutions. While team members bring specialized skills, we’re passionate about cross-training and knowledge sharing, creating an environment built on collaboration, continuous learning, and mutual support. If you're looking to join a team that values growth, adaptability, and teamwork, you'll find a strong sense of purpose and opportunity to thrive here.

About the Role

We're seeking a talented Web Developer who combines technical expertise with design sensibility to create exceptional web experiences. In this role, you'll be responsible for designing and developing custom WordPress themes and plugins from the ground up, translating design mockups into responsive, SEO-optimized, and performance-focused websites. You will work with PHP, HTML5/CSS3, JavaScript, and MySQL to build and maintain scalable, secure web solutions. A strong understanding of the WordPress REST API, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), custom post types, and taxonomies is essential. You’ll troubleshoot and debug issues, ensure cross-browser compatibility, and uphold web security and WordPress coding standards. Ideal candidates will have a keen eye for design, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while staying current with the latest industry trends.

What You’ll Do 

• Design and develop custom WordPress themes from scratch
• Create custom plugins to extend WordPress functionality
• Convert designs into responsive, WordPress-compliant themes
• Optimize website performance and implement SEO best practices
• Troubleshoot and debug existing WordPress sites
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness
• Maintain and update WordPress core, themes, and plugins
• Implement security measures and best practices

What You’ll Have 

Required: 

• 3+ years of WordPress development experience
• Strong proficiency in:
  • PHP
  • HTML5/CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • MySQL
  • WordPress Theme Development
  • WordPress Plugin Development
• Experience with:
  • Custom post types and taxonomies
  • WordPress REST API
  • Advanced Custom Fields (ACF)
  • Git version control
  • Responsive design principles
  • Cross-browser compatibility
• Understanding of:
  • WordPress coding standards
  • Web security principles
  • SEO best practices
  • Page speed optimization
  • Strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Eye for design and user experience
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Commitment to staying current with industry trends

Preferred:

• Experience with:
  • Sass/LESS
  • Modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue.js)
  • Build tools (Gulp, Webpack)
  • WordPress Multisite
  • Portfolio demonstrating custom WordPress projects
  • Contributions to WordPress community or open-source projects
  • Experience with PERL/ ModPERL

Additional Information:

• This is a temporary, part-time position scheduled for 20 hours per week over a period of 180 days (approximately 6 months) and hired through our staffing partner, HR Options. 
• Pay Range: $38.46 - $48.08/ Hour
• At this time, O'Reilly Media Inc. is not able to provide visa sponsorship or provide any immigration support (i.e. H-1B, STEM, OPT, CPT, EAD and Permanent Residency process)

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