Senior Web Developer

WE ARE RARE
Bionews is a digital health solutions company dedicated to empowering more than 50 rare disease communities with trusted information, news, and connections. We foster a space where hope thrives and patients' voices are heard.  Since 2013, we've been committed to serving patients and elevating their voices. Our motto is "For Rare, By Rare." With more than 50% of our team living with or caring for someone with a rare condition, we understand the unique challenges and needs of these communities. We've built a network of more than 500,000 registered members actively seeking news, clinical information, and sharing experiences. This creates a safe space for peer support, connection, and learning. Bionews offers a comprehensive platform serving a wide range of rare diseases, from larger condition specific communities including pulmonary fibrosis to smaller communities such as AADC.

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Senior Web Developer is a hands-on role within the Bionews Technology department, reporting to the Director of Technology. This position is focused on the development, optimization, and maintenance of our WordPress-based digital platforms. The ideal candidate is passionate about coding, has a deep understanding of WordPress, and is eager to dive into both frontend and backend development to ensure our platforms deliver superior digital experiences.

LOCATION:
Remote (US)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, optimize, and maintain a large network of WordPress sites, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
• Write production-quality code across themes and plugins, including custom post types, Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), and custom integrations.
• Collaborate with the technology team to implement and maintain analytics, advertising, and data integrations (GA4, Google Tag Manager, Google Ad Manager, etc.).
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across the WordPress stack, from PHP and MySQL to JavaScript and frontend rendering.
• Contribute to architectural decisions, code reviews, and development standards to promote best practices across the platform.
• Integrate dynamic content, third-party APIs, and interactive features within the WordPress ecosystem.
• Leverage automation and develop AI-powered tools to improve workflows, content delivery, analytics, and platform capabilities.
• Stay current with WordPress, web development, and AI trends, applying new ideas thoughtfully to production systems.
• Partner cross-functionally with editorial, product, data, and operations teams to ensure technical solutions align with business and editorial goals.

ABOUT YOU

• Extensive hands-on experience with WordPress development and a strong portfolio of production work.
• Strong proficiency in PHP (including Timber & Twig), HTML, CSS, JavaScript, MySQL, and modern frontend practices.
• Experience working with cloud-based and data-centric platforms, such as GitHub, Google Cloud Platform, New Relic, GA4, BigQuery, data warehouses, CDPs, and advertising technologies.
• Comfort working with AI-powered tools, APIs, and automation frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to independently own complex technical challenges.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience collaborating on a fully remote team.
• A proactive mindset and genuine interest in learning, experimenting, and improving systems over time.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred (or equivalent practical experience).
• Experience working in digital media, publishing, or content-driven platforms is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality, well-tested code in a fast-paced environment.
• Deep understanding of WordPress architecture, performance optimization, and development best practices.

Tools & Technologies You’ll Use

• Jira & Confluence
• WordPress (ACF, Profile Builder, BuddyBoss, custom theme development)
• APIs & WordPress CLI
• Vertex AI, OpenAI, Gemini
• GA4, BigQuery
• Slack, Google Workspace
• OneTrust

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT BIONEWS
At Bionews, collaboration, innovation, and passion fuel our mission. Our inclusive culture champions humility, respect, and the potential for every team member to enact change. With transparency and accountability at our core, we earn trust and drive forward with a leadership team that's receptive, experienced, and open to fresh ideas. At BioNews, we're not just committed to the mission—we're dedicated to our people, celebrating a diverse and dynamic workforce that thrives on shared success and varied perspectives.