Orthodox Christian Media (LTO) - Web Developer/Designer – WordPress (Freelance, Experienced): Orthodox Christianity

Client: Orthodox Christian Media (LTO)

Location: Remote

Contract: Temporary, Part-time, Contract

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Web Developer/Designer specializing in WordPress to design our website and perform maintenance and updates at our team’s request. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio, be creative, and understand how to build a WordPress website with multiple components, including a multi-author blog with author login portals and an online shop.

Hourly Pay: $18-30, subject to negotiation.

Schedule: PRN, As-Needed; Independent Contractor for our Startup Venture

Requirements

• Proven experience in WordPress development with a strong portfolio of live projects.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies including HTML5, CSS3 (SCSS), JavaScript (TypeScript), jQuery, Bootstrap, React, Angular.
• Solid understanding of back-end development using PHP, Python, C#, Java, Ruby on Rails or similar frameworks.
• Experience working with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MongoDB; familiarity with data visualization is a plus.
• Knowledge of system architecture principles and application development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices including Docker containers, Ansible automation, Jenkins CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure for deployment and hosting solutions.
• Strong understanding of web services including RESTful APIs and GraphQL integrations.
• Knowledge of SEO best practices and responsive web design techniques for optimal user experience (UX).
• Ability to work independently on freelance projects while managing multiple deadlines effectively.

General Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, customize, and optimize WordPress themes and plugins to meet client specifications.
• Design engaging, user-friendly web interfaces utilizing HTML, CSS, SCSS, JavaScript, and UI/UX best practices.
• Implement responsive web design principles to ensure compatibility across devices and browsers.
• Integrate third-party APIs such as RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and SOAP for enhanced website functionality.
• Manage database interactions using MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, SQLite, or other database systems.
• Utilize version control systems like GitHub and SVN for code management and collaboration.
• Set up and maintain development environments using Docker, Ansible, AWS, Azure, or similar tools.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins or similar tools to streamline deployment processes.
• Conduct unit testing and debugging to ensure high-quality code performance.
• Collaborate with designers using wireframing tools and project management platforms like Trello or Jira.
• Optimize websites for SEO and performance metrics such as load speed and data visualization.
• Develop custom web applications using frameworks like React, Angular, Vue.js, Django, Ruby on Rails, ASP.NET, or Node.js.
• Ensure security best practices are followed during development to protect against vulnerabilities.

Additional Information

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Expected hours: 2 – 8 per week

Benefits: Flexible schedule

Application Questions

• Where are you located?
• Have you designed websites through WordPress?
• Are you an Orthodox Christian? To what faith tradition do you belong?
• What is your hourly pay preference?
• Would you be willing to sit for a 15-minute interview?
• LINK YOUR DIGITAL PORTFOLIO HERE, if not linked in your resume or elsewhere in your application. Those without a portfolio or examples of past work will not be considered.

Work Location: Remote