Ledgent Technology is hiring: Jr. Web Developer (Bilingual Spanish) (Los Angeles

Jr. Full Stack Web Developer (Bilingual/Spanish)

Employment Type: Full-Time/Direct Hire

Workplace Type: Onsite/Hybrid

Location: Palm Springs, CA

Industry: Advertising Services (Media & Broadcasting)

Compensation: $60k-$75k

SUMMARY:

We are looking for a skilled and innovative Web Developer to join our client's development team. This role offers the opportunity to play a key role in developing, enhancing, and optimizing our digital platforms. As part of our dynamic Technology organization, you'll contribute to cutting-edge projects that drive our digital presence forward.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Web Development & Backend Systems:

• Maintain WordPress-based websites using custom themes and plugins

• Implement custom WordPress functionality using PHP

• Manage MySQL databases for data storage and retrieval

• Maintain Ubuntu/Nginx servers

• Develop and maintain front-end features using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React

• Ensure and maintain cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness

• Monitor, optimize, and maintain site performance, SEO, Core Web Vitals, and web accessibility

Technical & Security Responsibilities:

• Integrate third-party APIs (social media, advertising, analytics)

• Maintain WordPress security through updates and vulnerability patching

• Implement and maintain caching and performance optimization strategies

• Participate in Agile development processes

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:

• Must be bilingual in Spanish and English (written and spoken Spanish fluency)

• Minimum of 1 years of professional experience developing and maintaining web site and applications

• Exposure to developing and maintaining monetized websites (highly preferred)

• Experience with social media marketing pixels implementation

• Experience working on news websites

• Familiarity and interest in web analytics, audience measurement, and digital marketing/advertising

Technical Skills:

• Strong PHP (8.3) coding skills with OOP principles

• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript

• WordPress Framework (6.7.1) expertise

• MySQL (8) database management skills

• Experience with Ubuntu (24.04)/Nginx server administration

• Knowledge of caching systems (Redis, Memcached)

• RESTful and GraphQL API development experience

• UI/UX design principles knowledge

• Analytics platforms proficiency