Database developer Jobs in Paterson, NJ

Our client, a technology-driven organization, is seeking a WordPress Developer to join their team. As a WordPress Developer, you will be part of the development function supporting delivery teams that build and improve WordPress websites and custom functionality. The ideal candidate will have strong technical problem-solving, a commitment to secure and maintainable code, and the ability to translate approved designs into production-ready WordPress experiences, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: WordPress Developer

Location: Montclair, NJ

Pay Range: $40 - $45/hr

What's the Job?

• Develop, maintain, and enhance fully custom WordPress themes and plugins using native WordPress functionality.
• Build WordPress websites from the ground up without relying on third-party page builders or field-management plugins such as ACF.
• Create custom post types, taxonomies, metadata, administrative interfaces, and content-management functionality using WordPress APIs.
• Review unfamiliar or legacy codebases, troubleshoot complex production issues, and implement sustainable root-cause fixes.
• Perform application security assessments and remediate vulnerabilities while following secure coding practices and WordPress Coding Standards.

What's Needed?

• Minimum 5 years of professional WordPress development experience with extensive hands-on custom development.
• Advanced proficiency in PHP (including object-oriented programming and modern PHP practices) and strong experience authoring custom WordPress plugins.
• Proven ability to develop custom WordPress functionality without relying on ACF or third-party page builders.
• Deep understanding of WordPress core architecture, template hierarchy, hooks, filters, custom post types, metadata, and REST APIs.
• Strong front-end skills (JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, SCSS) plus experience with Node.js/npm tooling and customized Bootstrap implementations.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on fully custom WordPress themes and plugins built with native functionality.
• Chance to strengthen your debugging, code assessment, and root-cause analysis skills across real production scenarios.
• Work on security-focused development, including vulnerability identification and remediation with secure coding practices.
• Collaborate through clear progress updates, technical reporting, and documented handoffs that support long-term maintenance.
• Contribute to accessible, responsive front-end implementations aligned with WCAG 2.1/2.2 standards.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.