We are seeking a Mid-Level WordPress/Gutenberg Developer to lead the technical development of a proof-of-concept for migrating a legacy .NET consultant management system to a modern WordPress Multi-Site platform. This role involves building custom plugins, intuitive Gutenberg blocks, and executing data migration strategies. The project lays the foundation for a broader enterprise re-platforming initiative using cutting-edge WordPress technologies and AI-augmented development tools.

Key Responsibilities

Development (60%):
Build custom plugins and Gutenberg blocks
Develop REST API endpoints
Write unit/integration tests and participate in code reviews
Migration (20%):
Support data migration from .NET/MSSQL to WordPress/MySQL
Implement transformation and validation logic
Document migration processes
Integration (10%):
Integrate with external systems via REST APIs
Implement authentication and authorization
Collaboration (10%):
Work with architects, QA, and project teams
Participate in Agile ceremonies and communicate progress

Required Skills & Experience

WordPress (3–5 years): Multi-Site architecture, plugin development, REST API, security, performance optimization
Gutenberg/React (2–4 years): Custom block development, React fundamentals, ES6+, WordPress data layer
Database & Integration (2–4 years): MySQL/MariaDB, REST APIs, ETL processes, Git workflows
Enterprise Practices: CI/CD, code quality tools, Agile methodologies, documentation

Preferred Skills

TypeScript, WP-CLI, AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot), legacy .NET/MSSQL familiarity, WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility