Mid-Level Web Developer

Vanrath; Omagh; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Diverse portfolio

Autonomy

Digital transformation

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Vanrath in Omagh is seeking a Mid-Level Web Developer to enhance WordPress-driven websites across a diversified portfolio of brands and platforms.

You will own development tasks, implement themes and plugins, optimise performance and work with marketing, editorial, and e-commerce teams during a digital transformation.

Hybrid work is offered with autonomy and opportunities to grow within a collaborative, evolving group.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing and maintaining WordPress websites.
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and PHP.
• Experience with multiple sites and responsive design.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and optimise WordPress portfolio sites.
• Customise WordPress themes, plugins and templates.
• Support migration and consolidation of sites onto improved platforms.
• Identify opportunities to improve architecture, performance, security and UX.
• Collaborate with editorial and e-commerce teams to enhance online experiences.
• Deliver projects from concept through to completion.

Skills

WordPress development

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

PHP

Responsive design

UX/UI

Performance optimisation

APIs & integrations

Security & SEO

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related)

Tools

WordPress

E-commerce platforms

Job description

Mid-Level Web Developer

WordPress | E-commerce | Digital Publishing

An established and growing multi-business group operating across media, publishing, print and creative services, this organisation is investing in its digital infrastructure as part of an exciting period of transformation. With a diverse portfolio of specialist brands and digital platforms, they are currently seeking a talented Mid-Level Web Developer to join their team in Omagh and play a key role in shaping the future of their online presence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded developer to take ownership of projects, work across multiple digital platforms and contribute to the ongoing development of an established group's digital offering.

Salary / Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• Hybrid working, typically three days per week office-based.

• Opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of websites and digital platforms.

• Genuine autonomy and ownership of development projects.

• Opportunity to contribute to an exciting digital transformation programme.

• Collaborative working environment with scope for professional development.

About your next employer

Our client is an established multi-business group with interests across regional media, digital publishing, commercial printing, branding and creative services.

With a portfolio of well-established businesses and specialist brands, the organisation delivers a range of digital content, publishing and commercial products to customers across the region.

As the business continues to invest in its digital future, it is developing its digital capabilities and expanding its focus on e-commerce, online subscriptions and digital content delivery.

You will join a developing digital team, reporting to the Head of Marketing and working closely with colleagues across marketing, editorial, e-commerce and customer service.

About you

You will be a technically capable Web Developer with proven experience developing and maintaining websites, ideally within a WordPress environment.

You will also have:

• Strong practical experience with WordPress, including themes, plugins and custom development.

• Good working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and PHP.

• Experience developing and maintaining multiple websites.

• Understanding of responsive design, UX/UI and website performance optimisation.

• Experience working with e-commerce platforms and online purchasing journeys.

• Knowledge of APIs, third-party integrations and payment gateways.

• Understanding of website security and technical SEO.

• The ability to manage projects independently and deliver technical solutions from concept through to completion.

Desirable:

• Experience with subscription-based websites, memberships or recurring payments.

• Knowledge of paywalls and digital content monetisation.

• Background in digital publishing, online media or content-led businesses.

• Experience with mobile app integrations and digital content distribution.

• Familiarity with product catalogues and e-commerce platforms.

What you'll do

• Develop, maintain and optimise a portfolio of websites, primarily using WordPress.

• Customise and develop WordPress themes, plugins, templates and new functionality.

• Support the migration and consolidation of existing websites onto improved platforms.

• Identify opportunities to improve website architecture, performance, security and user experience.

• Support the development and optimisation of the group's e-commerce platform, improving product presentation and online purchasing journeys.

• Work with payment gateways, customer accounts and third-party integrations.

• Contribute to the development of digital publishing platforms, subscription products, recurring payment models and paywall functionality.

• Collaborate with editorial teams to improve content management workflows and the integration of website content with mobile applications.

• Take ownership of development projects, from initial requirements and wireframing through to implementation and ongoing improvement.

• Work closely with the Head of Marketing and wider business to identify opportunities for digital innovation and improved commercial performance.

The opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established organisation at an important stage in its digital transformation.

You will have the opportunity to influence the development of multiple digital platforms, improve e-commerce performance and contribute to the growth of digital publishing and subscription products.

Offering variety, autonomy and the opportunity to make a tangible impact, this role would suit a developer looking to take the next step in their career and play an influential role within a growing digital team.