Ledgent Technology is hiring: Jr. Web Developer (Bilingual Spanish) in Los Angel

SUMMARY

We are looking for a skilled and innovative Web Developer to join our client’s development team. This role offers the opportunity to play a key role in developing, enhancing, and optimizing our digital platforms. As part of our dynamic Technology organization, you’ll contribute to cutting-edge projects that drive our digital presence forward.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Web Development & Backend Systems

• Maintain WordPress-based websites using custom themes and plugins
• Implement custom WordPress functionality using PHP
• Manage MySQL databases for data storage and retrieval
• Maintain Ubuntu/Nginx servers
• Develop and maintain front-end features using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React
• Ensure and maintain cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness
• Monitor, optimize, and maintain site performance, SEO, Core Web Vitals, and web accessibility

Technical & Security Responsibilities

• Integrate third-party APIs (social media, advertising, analytics)
• Maintain WordPress security through updates and vulnerability patching
• Implement and maintain caching and performance optimization strategies
• Participate in Agile development processes

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Experience

• Must be bilingual in Spanish and English (written and spoken Spanish fluency)
• Minimum of 1 years of professional experience developing and maintaining web site and applications
• Exposure to developing and maintaining monetized websites (highly preferred)
• Experience with social media marketing pixels implementation
• Experience working on news websites
• Familiarity and interest in web analytics, audience measurement, and digital marketing/advertising

Technical Skills

• Strong PHP (8.3) coding skills with OOP principles
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript
• WordPress Framework (6.7.1) expertise
• MySQL (8) database management skills
• Experience with Ubuntu (24.04)/Nginx server administration
• Knowledge of caching systems (Redis, Memcached)
• RESTful and GraphQL API development experience
• UI/UX design principles knowledge
• Analytics platforms proficiency
• A/B testing and CRO understanding

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.