WordPress Software Developer

Job Description

At WSFS Bank, we empower our Associates to grow their careers, guide our customers to secure their financial futures, and actively support our Communities so they can fully thrive. Careers with WSFS Bank offer an inclusive and supportive culture, competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and more. We are the region's locally headquartered bank and wealth management company. We are honored to consistently be named a Top Workplace by our Associates, who make a difference every day for the people, businesses, and Communities we serve. We Stand For Service® is more than part of our name, it’s our mission and our purpose.

WSFS Bank is seeking a talented and motivated WordPress Developer to help us manage and scale our digital properties. You’ll work on a variety of web projects, from custom theme and plugin development to performance optimization and deployment.

The WordPress Software Developer is responsible for design, development, code review, and unit testing from user requirements of custom software applications for existing business and new lines of business. The incumbent will develop modular and reusable code components following best practices and standards and interact with users to understand business requirements/process flows and translate into technical requirements for assigned projects and job requests. In addition, the incumbent will collaborate with other developers, project managers, customers, database and system administrators for end to end application development and implementation and participate in design and code review sessions.

WSFS Bank will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from WSFS Bank now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop, customize, and maintain WordPress websites and themes.
• Work within the WPEngine hosting environment for staging, deployment, and site optimization.
• Implement responsive, SEO-friendly, and accessible front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS (SCSS), and JavaScript.
• Build and modify custom WordPress plugins and integrate third-party APIs as needed.
• Collaborate with designers, marketers, and other developers to deliver high-quality digital experiences.
• Monitor site performance, conduct regular updates, and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Use Git for version control and manage code deployments in a team environment.
• Implement security best practices and maintain site integrity.
• Contribute to technical documentation and standard operating procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in WordPress development.
• WordPress certifications are a definite plus ( Knowledge Pillars (WCD, WCA), Tosa, Yoast, and VIP Learn)
• Proficient in PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3 (SCSS), and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Strong experience with custom themes and plugin development.
• Familiar with REST APIs and headless WordPress architecture
• Understanding of SEO principles and accessibility standards (WCAG).
• Familiarity with tools such as Git, WP-CLI, Composer, and modern dev workflows.
• Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment strategies.
• Experience working with WPEngine is a plus.

Salary Range:

$62,918.00 - $103,365.50

Individual base pay may vary on additional factors such as the candidate’s experience, job-related skills, relevant education, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

In addition to base salary, WSFS Financial Corporation (WSFS) and its subsidiaries may offer eligible Associates discretionary and formula-based incentive and retention awards. WSFS provides a competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan; life, accident, and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs); and wellness programs. Additional benefits may include paid parental leave, military leave, vacation and other paid time off, sick leave in accordance with applicable state laws, and paid holidays. Benefit offerings are subject to eligibility requirements, legal limitations, and may vary based on an Associate’s location and employment status. For more information about Associate benefits, please visit https://www.wsfsbank.com/about/careers/

WSFS Bank is inclusive and supportive of individual needs. If you have a physical or other impairment that might require an accommodation, including technical assistance with the WSFS Bank Careers website or submission process, please contact us via email at careers@wsfsbank.com.

WSFS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.