About the Role: Senior WordPress Developer (Transit Website Redesign)

We are seeking an experienced Senior WordPress Developer to spearhead the redesign and development of a large-scale, public-facing website for a major transit organization. This role requires blending advanced technical skills with creative problem-solving to deliver a modern, highly accessible, and user-friendly digital experience.

You will be responsible for building a fast, mobile-responsive, and ADA-compliant WordPress website, integrating essential APIs, real-time data feeds, and user-focused design elements. This position is ideal for a developer proficient in both front-end and back-end development who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full WordPress website development lifecycle: planning, design, coding, testing, and deployment.
• Redesign and rebuild the organization’s website on WordPress utilizing an open-source CMS framework.
• Develop modern, clean, and responsive layouts prioritizing strong UX and accessibility standards.
• Implement multilingual support and integrate translation tools (e.g., Google Translate).
• Build custom features and integrations, including:
  • Real-time data integration (e.g., Swiftly API or similar).
  • Trip planner functionality using Google Maps or GTFS data.
  • Careers portal integration with applicant tracking systems (e.g., Paylocity).
  • Payment gateways and digital ticketing solutions (e.g., Token Transit/QR).
• Ensure full compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA and ADA accessibility standards.
• Optimize website performance, security hardening, and scalability.
• Create user-friendly navigation and structure for quick information access (1–2 clicks to key information).
• Maintain consistent branding and visual design aligned with the organization’s identity.
• Implement SEO best practices and analytics tracking.
• Provide comprehensive documentation and user guides for non-technical content management staff.
• Offer post-launch support and participate in training sessions for internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in WordPress development (custom themes, plugins, and code).
• Strong proficiency with PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and MySQL.
• Proven experience building accessible, responsive, and multilingual websites.
• Familiarity with WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, and Section 508 compliance requirements.
• Experience integrating APIs, maps, real-time data, and third-party systems.
• Strong understanding of UX/UI principles and web performance optimization.
• Knowledge of security hardening techniques for WordPress websites.
• Experience with version control (Git) and cloud hosting environments.
• Excellent attention to detail and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with public sector or transportation agencies.
• Familiarity with GIS data and transit-related tools.
• Knowledge of chatbot development or AI-driven website features.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $88,454.91 - $106,526.34 per year

Work Location: Remote