Summary
Work with senior engineers, designers, and product stakeholders to build reliable, high-performance web experiences. You will develop front-end features using Next.js and React Native for web, manage content and schemas in CMS platforms, support basic backend functionality with PHP, and contribute to testing, debugging, CI/CD, and team delivery. Strong Next.js expertise is essential, along with practical knowledge of web development fundamentals, version control, and collaborative engineering practices.
Highlights
A junior contract role offering hands-on work across modern front-end development, CMS platforms, backend support, deployment processes, cross-functional collaboration, and mentorship-driven professional growth.
Description
Contract Position
About
We are an Integrated Creative Agency based in Philadelphia, PA.
We’re passionate about removing the friction that can exist between products and people, through a combination of strategy, creative communications, and product development.
In this role, you’ll collaborate with senior developers, designers, and product stakeholders to create and maintain reliable, performant web experiences.
You’ll utilize React Native in a web context, paired with Next.js, to build out front-end features, while leveraging basic PHP skills to support our backend.
Knowledge of the Laravel framework is a huge bonus but not required.
What You Will Do…
Front-End Web Development
Implement and maintain front-end features using React Native for web and Next.js Collaborate with designers to ensure responsive, user-friendly interfaces Build and manage content-driven features within Directus and WordPress Troubleshoot and optimize application performance on the front end
CMS Management & Schema Design
Edit and add new content within CMS platforms (Directus, WordPress) to keep sites current and engaging Help design and maintain CMS schemas to support evolving business requirements Ensure best practices for content organization, workflow, and governance
Back-End Support
Use basic PHP for server-side logic, API integrations, and minor database tasks (Bonus) Contribute to projects using the Laravel framework Assist in code reviews and ensure best practices are followed for server-side applications
Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with cross-functional teams (design, product, QA) to align requirements with technical solutions Participate in daily stand-ups and sprint planning to stay on track with project goals Provide and receive feedback in a constructive, supportive manner
Quality Assurance & Deployment
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code Assist in debugging and troubleshooting production issues Support continuous integration and deployment processes
Professional Growth
Stay current with emerging web technologies, frameworks, and best practices Take initiative to expand skill sets and assume additional responsibilities Seek opportunities to learn from senior team members and mentorship programs
YOUR CREDENTIALS
Significant proficiency in Next.js (no exceptions) Proficiency in React Native for web Familiarity with basic PHP for back-end tasks Experience working with CMS platforms (Directus, WordPress) Experience working with version control systems (Git, GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket) Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript best practices Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in both autonomous and team-based settings Preferred Qualifications: Experience with the Laravel framework Knowledge of RESTful APIs or GraphQL Basic understanding of SQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.) Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP)
