Web Developer

Web Developer Sound Income Group

LLC - 3.0

Fort Lauderdale, FL Job Details 14 hours ago Benefits Free parking Health insurance On-site gym Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Responsive design Systems integration DevOps

SASS/LESS

Version control systems ECMAScript GitHub NPM Developing and maintaining backend systems Integration with Third-Party Services (system development) Web applications Managing projects Front-end component implementation Technical troubleshooting support Back-end integration LAMP stack Cross-browser compatibility design Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description Description:

POSITION

WordPress Full Stack Developer Location:

Fort Lauderdale -

HQ FLSA Classification:

Exempt Who We Are At Sound Income Group , our mission is to help independent financial professionals and their clients thrive, especially those approaching or in retirement. We provide a full suite of resources across financial education, investment strategies, marketing, and practice management to support long-term success. We foster a collaborative, performance-driven culture rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. If you're enthusiastic about making a measurable impact in the financial services space, we invite you to grow with us. Position Summary The WordPress Full Stack Developer serves as a technical architect and strategist for our digital ecosystem, bridging the gap between complex backend functionality and polished front-end user experiences. This role is responsible for building, customizing, and maintaining high-performance WordPress websites. The Developer exercises independent judgment to architect scalable solutions, integrates third-party services, troubleshoots critical issues, and collaborates with marketing and design teams to ensure that digital properties align with business growth objectives and brand standards. Key Responsibilities Platform Development & Architecture Act as the primary technical lead for the WordPress environment, evaluating project requirements to determine optimal themes, plugins, and custom development strategies. Build and customize advanced WordPress themes and plugins from the ground up, ensuring code adheres to best practices (WordPress standards, security, version control). Exercise independent judgment to architect database schemas, custom post types, and advanced custom fields to support complex content and marketing needs. Manage staging and production environments, overseeing seamless deployments and minimizing downtime. Full Stack Integration & Optimization Handle the full stack of web development: implement responsive front-end designs using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, while engineering robust back-end solutions with PHP and MySQL. Integrate websites with external APIs, CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot), marketing automation tools, and e-commerce platforms (WooCommerce). Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure the website architecture supports SEO strategies, conversion rate optimization, and analytics tracking. Identify patterns in site performance or user feedback; provide actionable insights and technical recommendations to the marketing leadership team to improve site speed, user experience, and functionality. Security, Maintenance & Troubleshooting Proactively monitor website health, including uptime, security vulnerabilities, and plugin compatibility; implement solutions to mitigate risks before they impact users. Anticipate potential technical challenges (e.g., traffic spikes, third-party API changes) and implement scalable solutions to keep initiatives on track. Serve as the final escalation point for complex technical issues, performing deep-dive troubleshooting into code conflicts, server errors, or database corruption. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Project Leadership Serve as the technical liaison between the marketing team and external vendors or internal stakeholders, translating business needs into technical requirements and vice versa. Collaborate with the Project Coordinator and design teams to refine workflows, ensuring that development timelines are realistic and deliverables meet quality standards. Provide input into the development roadmap, proposing enhancements to the digital experience platform based on emerging technologies and business needs. Represent the technical perspective in internal discussions, helping shape initiatives that support business growth through reliable, high-performing digital tools.

Requirements:

Must-Have Qualifications Background and Education:

Minimum of 3 years professional experience in full-stack web development. 3+ years of hands-on experience with WordPress development, including building custom themes and plugins. Proven experience with PHP development in a WordPress context. Demonstrated experience integrating third-party APIs and services. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).

Technology Expertise:

Core:

PHP, MySQL, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3, SASS/LESS.

WordPress:

Advanced Custom Fields, Custom Post Types, REST API, Theme/Plugin Development Hierarchy, Hooks (Actions/Filters).

Front-End:

Modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js - preferred), responsive design principles, cross-browser compatibility.

Tools:

Git/GitHub, npm/Webpack, Composer.

Server/DevOps:

Experience with

LAMP/LEMP

stack management, cPanel, command-line interface, and staging/production workflows.

Competencies:

Problem-Solving:

Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues independently.

Project Management:

Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Communication:

Ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Attention to

Detail:

Commitment to writing clean, documented, and secure code.

Strategic Thinking:

Ability to look beyond immediate tasks to understand how technical decisions impact long-term business goals. Physical & Work Environment Requirements Ability to work for extended periods at a desk using a computer. Ability to lift up to 10 pounds if/when necessary. Routine use of telephone and email. Office-based role with potential travel to conferences, events, and satellite offices as needed. Benefits We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional and personal well-being, including: 100% employer-covered medical benefits and HRA account Dental & vision plans Generous

PTO + 10 NYSE

company holidays per year 401K with company match program Free onsite parking Company-provided laptop and required technology Access to an on-site gym (free of charge) Weekly vehicle detailing (at additional cost)