Senior Web Developer / Hybrid in Irvine / React / PHP / Marketing Job at Motion

Job Description

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a Web Developer based in Irvine, CA (hybrid schedule). Our client is a fast-moving digital organization focused on building and maintaining high-traffic web platforms that support marketing, lead generation, and business operations. The team values autonomy, technical ownership, and modern development practices.

This role is ideal for a mid-to-senior level developer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building custom WordPress solutions from the ground up. You'll be the go-to expert for all things WordPress, working closely with engineering and marketing teams to ensure the web ecosystem is secure, scalable, and optimized for performance. This is a high-impact role with room to innovate and shape the technical direction of the company's web presence.

Contract Duration : 6 month contract-to-hire

Required Skills & Experience

• 3-5 years of professional experience in WordPress development
• Proven experience managing and scaling high-traffic WordPress websites
• Expert-level proficiency in PHP and WordPress architecture (hooks, APIs, etc.)
• Strong understanding of MySQL and database optimization
• Solid front-end skills : HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+)
• Experience with Git and collaborative version control workflows
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Desired Skills & Experience

Experience with Tailwind CSS and modern CSS frameworks

Familiarity with Docker and WP Env development environments

Experience with WP Engine for environment management

React.js experience for building custom Gutenberg blocks

Hands-on experience with Full Site Editing (FSE) and custom themes

Advanced Custom Fields (ACF Pro) expertise

Experience with CI / CD pipelines and automated deployment workflows

Understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG)

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

WordPress & PHP Development

Front-End Development (React, CSS, JS)

Systems Integration & API Work

Daily Responsibilities

70% Hands-On Development

10% Technical Strategy & Ownership

20% Team Collaboration & Support

The Offer

Contract-to-hire

You will receive the following benefits :

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Vacation Time

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

You will receive the following benefits :

Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family

Dental & Orthodontia Benefits

Vision Benefits

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options

Paid Sick Time Leave

Legal and Identity Protection Plans

Pre-tax Commuter Benefit

529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Posted by : Adam Carman

Specialization :

Wordpress

Software Engineering

Php

Javascript