JPC - 206256 - Web Application Developer

Web Application Developer – WordPress | SO# 437 Location: United States | Remote/Onsite as Needed | 5-Month Contract | W2

About the Role

Join the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, Division of Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention (CDIP), as a Web Application Developer. In this impactful position, you’ll play a key role in building and securing the back end of a public-facing WordPress site that supports critical health initiatives. Collaborate with a forward-thinking UX/UI content manager to deliver a modern, mobile-friendly, and accessible website for the greater community.

Responsibilities

• Develop, secure, and maintain the back end of a WordPress website

• Collaborate with UX/UI content manager to implement user-centric and accessible web interfaces

• Ensure mobile responsiveness and compliance with WCAG AA accessibility standards

• Apply best practices for performance, scalability, security, and testing

• Troubleshoot and resolve front-end technical issues as needed

• Integrate translation frameworks to support multilingual content

• Utilize architectural and design patterns for robust application structure

• Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum three years of hands-on experience in systems analysis, programming, and design

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience

• Proficiency in HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and PHP

• Strong grasp of design and accessibility principles

• Experience with performance optimization and secure coding practices

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a diverse team

• Preferred Skills

• Prior experience with public sector or health-related web projects

• Familiarity with advanced translation frameworks

• Knowledge of additional design and architectural patterns

Benefits

• Flexible remote work with occasional onsite collaboration

• Opportunity to contribute to public health initiatives with citywide impact

• Dynamic, mission-driven work environment

• Expand your portfolio with a high-visibility project

• Collaborate with experts in UX/UI and public health

• How to Apply

• Submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience through our online application portal. Include examples of WordPress projects and detail your approach to accessibility and security.