Senior WordPress Developer - Chicago Onsite/Remote Contract

Myticas Consulting; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Myticas Consulting seeks a seasoned WordPress Developer for a 1-year contract, primarily onsite in Downtown Chicago with one remote day per week. The role demands advanced knowledge in WordPress, front-end tech, and UX, and requires navigating banking industry standards and security protocols.

You will lead complex website projects, implement CMS configurations, and collaborate with marketing, product, and security teams to deliver reliable digital experiences while adhering to bank

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience required.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in web development.
• Strong WordPress CMS expertise including VIP implementations.
• Proficiency in HTML/CSS, responsive design and accessibility standards WCAG/508.
• Experience with SEO best practices and web performance optimization.
• Solid understanding of UX principles and information architecture.
• Ability to lead projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and QA processes.
• Ability to leverage AI tools to streamline tasks and improve delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead moderately complex website projects with PM, documentation, budget adherence.
• Install/configure CMS and plugins; identify features to extend capabilities.
• Act as strategic advisor to cross-functional teams; troubleshoot complex issues.
• Code, debug, test, deploy, and document website enhancements.
• Assess accessibility, usability, and UX for online platforms and optimize.
• Provide front- and back-end support to improve digital content and pages.
• Apply SEO best practices including HTML templates and banners.
• Ensure security, brand guidelines, and consistent implementations.
• Develop contingency plans for mission-critical crisis communications.

Skills

WordPress

HTML

CSS

UX

SEO

Agile methodologies

WCAG & 508

AI resources usage

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, web design or related field

Tools

WordPress VIP

Job description

Myticas Consulting seeks a seasoned WordPress Developer for a 1-year contract, primarily onsite in Downtown Chicago with one remote day per week. The role demands advanced knowledge in WordPress, front-end tech, and UX, and requires navigating banking industry standards and security protocols.

You will lead complex website projects, implement CMS configurations, and collaborate with marketing, product, and security teams to deliver reliable digital experiences while adhering to bank