Senior Web Developer / Hybrid in Irvine / React / PHP / Marketing
Irvine, California
Hybrid
Contract
$50/hr - $60/hr
Job Description
This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a Web Developer based in Irvine, CA (hybrid schedule).
Our client is a fast-moving digital organization focused on building and maintaining high-traffic web platforms that support marketing, lead generation, and business operations.
The team values autonomy, technical ownership, and modern development practices.
This role is ideal for a mid-to-senior level developer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building custom WordPress solutions from the ground up.
You’ll be the go-to expert for all things WordPress, working closely with engineering and marketing teams to ensure the web ecosystem is secure, scalable, and optimized for performance.
This is a high-impact role with room to innovate and shape the technical direction of the company’s web presence.
Contract Duration: 6 month contract-to-hire
Required Skills & Experience
- 3–5 years of professional experience in WordPress development
- Proven experience managing and scaling high-traffic WordPress websites
- Expert-level proficiency in PHP and WordPress architecture (hooks, APIs, etc.)
- Strong understanding of MySQL and database optimization
- Solid front-end skills: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+)
- Experience with Git and collaborative version control workflows
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Desired Skills & Experience
- Experience with Tailwind CSS and modern CSS frameworks
- Familiarity with Docker and WP Env development environments
- Experience with WP Engine for environment management
- React.js experience for building custom Gutenberg blocks
- Advanced Custom Fields (ACF Pro) expertise
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment workflows
- Understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG)
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
- WordPress & PHP Development
- Front-End Development (React, CSS, JS)
- Systems Integration & API Work
Daily Responsibilities
- 70% Hands-On Development
- 10% Technical Strategy & Ownership
- 20% Team Collaboration & Support
The Offer
Contract-to-hire
You will receive the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Vacation Time
- Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
- Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
- Paid Sick Time Leave
- Legal and Identity Protection Plans
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
- 529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available.
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