Description
We’re seeking a versatile, solutions-focused web developer to join our team in a contract/freelance-to-hire capacity. This hybrid role is based in Minneapolis/St. Paul and requires a minimum of 25 hours per week.
You’ll be instrumental in building, maintaining, and evolving WordPress-based sites and tools, combining front-end WordPress development with occasional back-end, server-side, and API work. A strong interest in AI-powered technologies like chatbots and automation is essential.
Who We Are
JT Mega Food Advertising is a rapidly growing agency that specializes in the food and beverage category, with a client roster that includes Fortune 500 companies as well as emerging brands. We apply our deep experience, market insights and strategic planning expertise to develop integrated programs and big ideas that ensure our clients consistently win in the marketplace.
Core Duties
- Build and maintain WordPress websites, ensuring fast performance and responsive design across numerous browsers and devices.
- Customize and extend WordPress themes, Gutenberg blocks, and plugins as needed.
- Utilize page builds like Elementor.
- Integrate with CRM tools like Salesforce, Marketing Cloud and Hubspot.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to website performance, security, and user experience.
- Implement API-based features via custom data handling or third-party tool integration.
- Work with various hosting solutions and partners to troubleshoot server errors/configurations.
- Explore opportunities to leverage AI for code troubleshooting and rapid low-fidelity prototyping.
Desired Experience
- 5+ years proven experience as a WordPress Developer with a strong portfolio.
- Local to Minneapolis-St Paul region and able to come into office for meetings and collaboration.
- Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
- Experience with custom themes, Gutenberg block, and plugin development.
- Experience working with staging/production environments and various deployment processes.
- Knowledge of website performance optimization and security best practices.
- Proficient with WYSIWYG layout editors/builders (Elementor, MailChimp, etc.)
- Knowledge of website performance optimization and security best practices.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud suite, primarily XD, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
- Apple/Mac user preferred
- Familiarity with React.
- Knowledge of SEO and basic accessibility best practices.
- Familiar with best practices for Google Analytics 4 (GA4), Google Tag Manager (GTM), and Google Search Console’s Core Web Vitals.
