Full Stack WordPress Developer

Company Profile

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

OVERVIEW :

Set your course with Oceaneering, the global leader in cutting-edge technology across energy, defense, aerospace, manufacturing, and entertainment. Here, we don’t just recognize your innovative contributions—we celebrate them. Connect your skills and determination with the forefront of applied technology and thrive on solving pressing challenges. You’re not just starting a job; you’re defining a unique career journey.
So, if you’re prepared to advance your professional journey and create meaningful impacts, the future you’ve envisioned is ready and waiting with us.

Position Summary

The Full Stack WordPress Developer role combines strong technical expertise with creative design sensibility. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining intuitive, responsive, and high-performance websites aligned with Oceaneering’s corporate identity guidelines. The developer will take ownership of projects end-to-end - from wireframes to deployment, ensuring quality, scalability, and alignment with business goals.
The ideal candidate is equally comfortable working on front-end UX/UI design and back-end WordPress/PHP development, with a keen eye for detail, SEO optimization, and performance best practices.

LOCATION:

• Role provides the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, both virtually and in office (Houston, Texas) when required.
• Role requires flexibility in working hours to accommodate meetings with co-workers in other time zones around the world.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Research, gather, and analyze project requirements to deliver effective solutions.
• Create technical documentation, design templates, style guides, and development standards.
• Develop wireframes, storyboards, user flows, and sitemaps to communicate design concepts.
• Build custom WordPress themes and plugins from scratch; modify existing ones for new requirements.
• Maintain and administer WordPress installations, ensuring security, scalability, and performance.
• Create responsive, mobile-first layouts using HTML5, CSS3, and frameworks such as Bootstrap or Tailwind CSS.
• Utilize JavaScript and frameworks (e.g., jQuery) to enhance interactivity and user experience.
• Integrate with APIs and third-party services as needed.
• Optimize sites for SEO, accessibility, and loading speed; implement Google Tag Manager, Analytics, and other tracking tools.
• Test and troubleshoot across browsers, devices, and operating systems.
• Implement and monitor site performance benchmarking tests.
• Build reusable code and maintain libraries for future efficiency.
• Collaborate with designers, animators, and content creators to deliver cohesive solutions.
• Mentor junior developers and share best practices to elevate team capabilities.
• Identify and contribute to process improvements for development workflows.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent level of competence in Computer Science/Web Programming.
• 6+ years’ experience in web development, with at least 4 years in WordPress/PHP.
• 4+ years’ experience with CSS frameworks (Bootstrap, Tailwind) and responsive design.
• Expertise in WordPress CMS, including API usage, plugin functionality, custom theme development, and advanced customization.
• Strong understanding of UX principles, wireframing, and prototyping.
• Skilled in responsive and parallax website design principles, and implementation.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Photoshop, Adobe XD, or Figma.
• Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
• Knowledge of SEO best practices, site speed optimization, and accessibility standards.
• Experience architecting a data flow to connect GA4 user data with CRMs, enabling full-funnel ROI analysis from initial website visit to closed deal.
• Experience setting up tracking to identify user drop-off points within multi-step forms, providing critical data for Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).

DESIRED:

• Familiarity with SharePoint for content and document management.
• Experience developing advanced attribution reports and models that accurately showcase the interplay between organic search, paid media, social, and email channels.
• Experience building custom GA4 explorations and automated Looker Studio dashboards to visualize complex conversion funnels and user pathways.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS :

• Ability to integrate AI-driven search technologies to enhance usability and engagement.
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements to optimize team workflows.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative communication skills.

Additional Information

This position is Hybrid - Remote and will require commuting to a designated office. Hybrid work schedules are determined by the hiring manager based on business need.

PAY, BENEFITS AND WORK SCHEDULE :

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

How To Apply

Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application.