We are seeking to expand our development team with a web developer specializing in working with WordPress. This is a full-time, remote position that is open to candidates throughout Canada, with preference for those in Western Canada. This position will be utilizing a combination of programming skills/languages that pertain to building and maintaining a WordPress theme environment (namely PHP, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript) as well as employing an understanding of user experience and interface design (understanding element arrangements on the screen, colour and font choices) to ensure the proper implementation of website and theme features. The majority of this persons time will be spent developing responsive websites for WordPress, working within the CMS to create pages, enter content, working with plugins, and supporting existing websites. They will also be required to make adjustments from time to time to the architecture of our WordPress theme, building new features, and refining our codebase to ensure an optimal experience for our developer and end users. Responsibilities Working with designers to build responsive, dynamic, and accessible websites for clients. Training clients on how to use the tools we have built for them. Implementing new features and functionality to improve base theme functionality. Maintaining existing websites and addressing support requests. Updating and maintaining plugins and performing wordpress security/version updates. Maintaining server infrastructure and troubleshooting as needed. Skills and Qualifications Excellent understanding of basic web languages, including HTML5, CSS3, PHP, JavaScript Excellent understanding of current web technologies including, React, Node JS, Gulp, Git, PostCSS Experience with WordPress Blocks & creating/registering new blocks Experience building full websites and user interfaces Comfortable working with debugging tools like Firebug, Chrome inspector, etc. Understanding of the importance of an efficient development stack that enables fast-loading websites with compressed code and minified styles. Ability to convert comprehensive layout and wireframes into working HTML pages Knowledge of how to interact with RESTful APIs and formats (JSON, XML) Bonus Skills (nice to have) Demonstrated understanding of WCAG 2.1 principles. Demonstrated SEO experience Experience with UI/UX design The Perks Competitive Salary Customizable health and dental benefits package RSP matching after 1st Year 100% work from home A relaxed and supportive work environment Flexible schedules About Sonder Sonder is a team of highly motivated designers, developers, and creatives. We get riled up when talking about good design and feel a genuine desire to fix things when we see something that isn’t working. We become trusted members of our clients’ external teams and help them to make connections and achieve their goals. We are focused on doing good work and forging great relationships. More about what we stand for Apply Now "*" indicates required fields Full Name* Email* Tell us about yourself City Province / State Country Why you would be a good fit.Attach your resume & cover letter* Drop files here or Select files Max. file size: 15 MB. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.