Wordpress Developer

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Summary of the work We are looking for a Wordpress developer who can build templates and custom post types based on wireframes and a beta test site. You will be adept at following and interpreting clear customer requirements, adding plugins and manipulate data feeds to enhance the site functionality. Specialist role Developer Expected Contract Length 2-4 months Latest start date 18/07/2016 Maximum Day Rate Maximum £400 per day Who Speclialist Work With Digital team based in Leeds, with competent Wordpress skills and technical expertise. Digital delivery team, Digital Service Manager and UX Designer. What Specialists Work On Build templates to match design wireframe and defined requirements. Format rss feeds and embed breaking news service. Creation of mapping elements for each road scheme. Improve site performance (optimization tools). Build custom plugins and provide enhanced functionality. Skills & Experience • 3 years or more experience developing Wordpress websites for organisations and/or public bodies • A good understanding of open source and digital technologies, Linux based servers (LAMP stack) and CSS customization • Good knowledge of HTML5 and mobile optimization • Knowledge of researching, developing and implementing plugins to enhance template functionality • Experience of working with existing RSS and formatting xml feeds using XSLT • Previous experience successfully delivering wordpress environments as part of an agile team • Have experience of working with maps e.g. google map api, OS mapping or similar Nice to Haves • Experience of delivering projects for local or national government • Have demonstrable experience of working in a culture of continuous delivery and improvement. • Experience in documenting developments and providing user training following implementation • Effectively capture, utilise and collate insight, visuals, wireframes and views from a diverse range of stakeholders to assist in delivery of outcomes Work Location Highways England Lateral 8 City Walk Leeds LS11 9AT Working Arrangments Flexible working arrangements off location and some on location. Work with small Agile team. Work offsite 3 days and onsite 2 days a week (flexible). Weekly conf calls and face to face meetings . No. of Specialists to Evaluate 5 Cultural Fit Criteria • Work well in a collaborative agile team and be confident at communicating and demonstrating developments and ideas • Demonstrate courage (e.g. can express controversial views, confront reality, make tough decisions,) • Demonstrate responsibility (e.g. act like a leader, provide solutions to problems, seek the best for the organisation beyond your team) Evaluation Weighting Technical competence 75% Cultural fit 5% Price 20% Questions from Suppliers 1. Can we please arrange for a briefing call to discuss the project and business requirements? We need some clarity over the technical requirements. We require sight of any specific questions before we decide whether a Q&A is necessary. We may be able to answer your question via Digital Marketplace.