Software Applications Developer II - WordPress & Web Development

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Software Applications Developer II – WordPress & Web Development, under direction, performs complex and specialized web development functions in support of departmental digital platforms. This includes troubleshooting, analysis, research, debugging, and problem-solving across WordPress-based websites and full-stack web applications. The role supports front-end and back-end development, WordPress theme and plugin work, and accessibility compliance in collaboration with developers, designers, content managers, and project leaders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three (3) years of software applications development experience, with demonstrated focus on WordPress and web development, including experience building and maintaining public-facing WordPress sites using HTML, CSS, PHP, and JavaScript or related experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Working knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, PHP, and JavaScript for WordPress-based web development.
• Familiarity with WordPress administration, including theme customization, plugin management, and content management workflows.
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards and version control practices.
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment system or water treatment system.
• Required to be on call, work weekends, and times outside regular business hours as warranted by business necessity.
• This role may require working outside of standard office hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support the demands of technology services and ensure the seamless operation of essential systems.
• This position is security sensitive.
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/AgriLife policies, regulations, rules and procedures.
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements (If applicable)

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field.
• More than four years of WordPress or full-stack web development experience.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines or cloud hosting platforms such as WP Engine or Pantheon.
• Experience in a research, government, or higher education web environment.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and analyzes WordPress site documentation, code, and production results to facilitate problem resolution and identify root causes of web application issues.
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems in WordPress environments, including theme conflicts, plugin failures, performance issues, and accessibility defects, by reviewing code and production output to identify causes, solutions, and make appropriate referrals.
• Evaluates and follows through on web development issues and problems until resolved or escalated.
• Participates in data architecture design for web applications, including content modeling, database structure, and API integration within WordPress and custom web solutions.
• Participates in the evaluation of WordPress plugins, themes, frameworks, and web tools to determine applicability, security, and maintainability for a given project or system.
• Assists the project leader with developing work plans and time schedules for web projects, including outlining phases, identifying personnel needs, and tracking milestones for site builds and migrations.
• Consults with clients and stakeholders to review project plans and schedules, communicates test results, and discusses web development problems or concerns with the project leader.
• Develops and implements complex WordPress themes, custom plugins, and full-stack web applications according to established requirements and specifications.
• Develops technical specifications based on input from clients and contributes to design documents for WordPress and web projects.
• Writes complex PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 code for WordPress themes, plugins, and web applications, adhering to WordPress coding standards and departmental development guidelines.
• Tests complex WordPress themes, plugins, and web applications, including functional, cross-browser, responsive, and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility testing.
• Authors and maintains technical documentation, developer guides, and onboarding materials for web systems.
• Provides technical support and guidance to junior staff on WordPress workflows, codebases, and quality standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree