Part-time Support Developer in Portland, Oregon - #66982 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 66982

Part-time Support Developer
Our client is seeking a friendly and caring Part-time Support Developer to join their team. This is a unique part-time position designed for a generalist developer who enjoys tackling diverse and small tasks, supporting clients, and solving new problems daily. The role requires a balance of technical skills, emotional intelligence, and independent problem-solving ability to ensure clients feel valued and supported.

This role is fully remote.

Part-time Support Developer Responsibilities

• Provide front-end and back-end development using WordPress, ExpressionEngine, Craft, Drupal, Shopify, BigCommerce, Magento, and custom applications.
• Collaborate with designers and QA to ensure new work is responsive, high-quality, and cross-browser compatible.
• Engage directly with clients, gathering requirements, asking questions, resolving issues, and ensuring they feel supported.
• Work with Project Managers and Account Strategists to mitigate risks and resolve blockers.
• Complete development tasks within less than a day, including requirements gathering, writing code, QA, and deployment.
• Troubleshoot diverse issues, present multiple solutions with pros and cons, and guide clients through decision-making.
• Independently handle diverse tasks and collaborate when needed.
• Set up local environments using Docker and docker-compose.
• Create and update documentation as needed.

Part-time Support Developer Qualifications

• +2 years of experience working with PHP, JavaScript, CSS, MySQL in a digital agency environment (preferred).
• +2 years of experience with frontend frameworks (ReactJS, AngularJS, or Vue.js) and backend frameworks (Express.js, Django, Node, or Flask).
• Familiarity with databases like MariaDB, MongoDB, and programming languages such as Java, Golang, .NET, and Python.
• Experience with continuous integration/deployment, version control (GitHub/Bitbucket), and best practices for code reviews.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and DevOps principles.
• Attention to detail, especially with design requirements and small technical details.
• Demonstrated care for others and how technical issues impact them.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) using Slack, Jira, Zoom, and Email.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to provide excellent customer support.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Availability during business hours on weekdays and flexibility for urgent off-hours issues.

Compensation: $45-$55/hr. (DOE)

Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible VanderHouwen contractors and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, and matching 401k.

About VanderHouwen
VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen has been successfully placing experienced professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationwide. Our recruitment teams are highly specialized in either Technology and IT, Engineering, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Our recruiters value building meaningful, professional relationships with each candidate as well as developing honed knowledge of companies’ staffing needs and workplaces. Partner with us to land your next exciting career.

VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal civil rights laws.

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