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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Web Developer Wordpress (Contract-to-hire) - **Company:** LHH - **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $135,200.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), PHP (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Confluence, JIRA, HTML5, User Authentication, Business Software, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Software Quality, Code Review, Information Systems, Database Design, DevOps, Django Web Framework, Github, Python (Programming Language), Laravel, Object-Oriented Software Development, PHP Development, Software Architecture, Responsive Web Design, Single Sign-On, Symfony, Systems Integration, Vagrant, Web Application Frameworks, Web Platforms, WordPress, Backend, Git, Vue.js, AI Platforms, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Integration Frameworks, Restful APIs, Doctrine (orm), GPT, Docker - **Published:** August 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.lhh.com/en-us/search-jobs/x/us_en_27_813315_3131537 ## About the Role 5+ years of professional web development experience in * WordPress development (custom themes, plugins, backend architecture) * PHP development * Symfony framework * REST API development and integrations * Git version control and development best practices * HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive web design Strong Experience with: * Third-party integrations and business applications * Development, Test, and Production environments * Working independently and contributing with minimal onboarding Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, related field, or equivalent professional experience Preferred Qualifications: AWS or other cloud platform experience CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices GitHub Actions and automated deployment workflows Docker, Vagrant, Chef, Python, or related infrastructure tools Experience with Vue.js or other modern JavaScript frameworks Database design, backup, and recovery knowledge Familiarity with Laravel, Doctrine, Java, or Django ## Description We are seeking an experienced Web Developer to join a fast-paced, collaborative development team supporting multiple high-visibility web platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on developer with strong expertise in WordPress, PHP, and Symfony who thrives in lean environments and can make an immediate impact. In this role, you'll develop custom web solutions, modernize existing websites, build integrations, and contribute to digital transformation initiatives that directly support business operations. What You'll Be Doing: WordPress Development * Develop and maintain custom WordPress themes and plugins * Build scalable, secure, and maintainable WordPress solutions * Enhance existing websites and create new functionality based on business needs * Participate in website modernization and CMS migration projects PHP & Backend Development * Build and maintain backend applications using object-oriented PHP * Develop solutions leveraging Symfony and related frameworks * Create reusable, scalable, and maintainable code * Design and support REST APIs and third-party integrations Integrations & Authentication * Develop integrations with internal and external systems * Support Single Sign-On (SSO) and authentication initiatives * Integrate with CRM platforms, email systems, donation platforms, and other business applications AI-Assisted Development * Leverage tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI platforms to improve efficiency and code quality * Apply security, privacy, and quality controls to AI-assisted development * Identify opportunities for workflow automation and process improvement Collaboration & Quality * Partner with developers, designers, project managers, and stakeholders to deliver solutions * Participate in code reviews and contribute to development best practices * Maintain technical documentation and development processes * Track and communicate project progress using Jira, Confluence, and Microsoft Teams, * Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term potential * Work on business-critical, high-visibility web platforms * Collaborative and agile development environment * Opportunity to contribute to modernization and digital transformation initiatives * Immediate impact and ownership of meaningful projects ## Related Videos - [Web development best practices in 2021](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/280-web-development-best-practices-in-2021) - [ Evaluating AI models for code comprehension](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1462-evaluating-ai-models-for-code-comprehension) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Kill Your WordPress. 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