Requisition Id 16359
Level: TP03
Overview:
The Web Services Group in the Information Technology Services Directorate at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is hiring a WordPress developer to advance ORNL’s mission and support Department of Energy partner organizations!
ORNL is the largest of 17 US DOE science and energy laboratories conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security.
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
Typical projects to be supported range from marketing sites to complex, data-driven websites for a large enterprise environment (7000+ employees).
- Ability to work on multiple sites and with multiple customers over a sprint.
- Ability to work independently while managing time effectively.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and switch quickly and comfortably between projects.
- Understanding of the software development lifecycle from requirements gathering through production implementation.
- Be a contributing and supportive member of the WordPress team.
- Monitor and fix performance and platform related bugs as they emerge.
- Play an active role in creating standard solutions, CI/CD strategy, and maintaining related infrastructure processes for the organization.
- Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.
Basic Qualifications:
- BS in computer science, information technology, business, graphic design, marketing, or a related field of study and 5-7 years of WordPress development is required. An overall combination of equivalent experience may also be considered.
- Broad understanding of the WordPress Content Management system, including core functionality and structure.
- Skilled with PHP and understanding its role in the WordPress platform.
- Proficiency with HTML and CSS and its role in creating consistent and scalable style across the sites and the development of design systems.
- Experience working in an Agile organization and on a scrum team.
- Experience in web accessibility policy, concepts, and implementation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Motivated self-starter who can work independently and participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
- Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.
- Experience developing custom themes and plugins.
- Skilled in using and configuring the Gutenberg editor experience.
- Working knowledge of:
- Git and file repo management.
- Task runners such as Grunt/Gulp and NPM.
- Relational database structure and concepts.
- Knowledge of software development life cycle strategy, including analysis, system design, prototype development, testing, and quality assurance.
- Practical knowledge of User Experience and User Interface (UX/UI) concepts and design.
- Fundamental understanding of JavaScript and its role in user interface development.
- Understanding of CLI programming
- Understanding of CI/CD processes and its role in software development life cycle.
Special Requirements:
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.
For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required. Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.
To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.
For foreign national candidates:
If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment.
ORNL offers a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. A hybrid/onsite working arrangement may be available with this position.
About ORNL:
As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.
ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.
Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.
This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.
We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.
If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.
ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
