Contract WordPress Developer: Build MVP Fast in Brighton

Oscar Associates Ltd; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruiting agency is looking for a Web Developer for a 2-month contract based in Brighton. The role involves building a custom WordPress application, developing plugins, and implementing secure data handling. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in WordPress and PHP, as well as a proven history of delivering MVPs under time pressure. This position requires independent work and quick delivery of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP). The opportunity may lead to long-term involvement.

Qualifications

• Strong experience using WordPress as a development framework.
• Comfortable writing custom PHP and working with databases (MySQL).
• Experience with authentication, permissions, and secure data handling.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Building a custom WordPress-based application.
• Developing custom plugins and database-driven functionality.
• Implementing secure authentication, user roles, and permissions.
• Handling PDF generation and document workflows.
• Integrating email services using OAuth.
• Building internal notifications and workflow logic.
• Working closely with founders/stakeholders to ship an MVP quickly.

Skills

WordPress as a development framework

Custom PHP

Database management (MySQL)

Authentication and secure data handling

Independently managing workload

Delivering MVPs

Product-minded approach

Job description

A recruiting agency is looking for a Web Developer for a 2-month contract based in Brighton. The role involves building a custom WordPress application, developing plugins, and implementing secure data handling. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in WordPress and PHP, as well as a proven history of delivering MVPs under time pressure. This position requires independent work and quick delivery of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP). The opportunity may lead to long-term involvement.