Forum One is seeking a Backend Developer with experience with Craft CMS 5 for an upcoming project. This opportunity is part-time 1099 contract role. In this role, you will support the redesign and content migration of a public-facing website for a global advocacy campaign. You will work within the development team and report to the lead architect. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your deep understanding of software engineering principles and subject matter expertise to make a significant impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect and implement a Craft CMS 5 backend.
- Define and implement the content model and content architecture.
- Configure Craft CMS for optimal performance, security, and maintainability.
- Develop custom Craft CMS modules or plugins as needed.
- Collaborate closely with frontend developers to ensure seamless API consumption.
- Participate in project meetings and provide expert technical recommendations.
- Ensure sites meet best practices for scalability, security, and accessibility.
- Assist in scoping, estimation, architecture, and technology selection for solutions.
- Deliver modern, scalable engineering solutions using industry-leading frameworks and tools.
- Provide technical consultation to clients and internal teams.
Requirements:
- Proven experience delivering successful Craft CMS 5 projects.
- Strong proficiency with PHP and modern Craft CMS plugin development.
- Previous experience working on high-performance, content-heavy websites.