Senior Web Application Engineer
Los Angeles, CA, US
Information Technology
Full Time, Full Time
$140000 - $150000
On-site
Other/Non Classified
Los Angeles, CA, US
$140000 - $150000
Full Time, Full Time
Other/Non Classified
On-site
Information Technology
Job details
We are seeking a Senior Web Application Engineer for a full-time, hybrid position based in Los Alamitos, California (two days onsite per week) with a global technology and digital publishing organization. This company builds and supports highly scalable, mission-critical web platforms that power content delivery, membership experiences, eCommerce, and digital services used by professionals and organizations worldwide. The technology stack includes WordPress, PHP, React, JavaScript, TypeScript, and cloud-based integrations.
This is a high-impact opportunity to help modernize large-scale enterprise platforms with global reach. The team is looking for a seasoned engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, working at scale, and influencing the future of a growing digital ecosystem. You’ll gain hands-on ownership of critical systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams in an environment that values performance, accessibility, reliability, and thoughtful engineering. This role offers strong technical growth, exposure to enterprise?level systems, and a balanced hybrid work setup. Required Skills & Experience
· 7–10+ years of experience building and supporting modern, production-grade web applications
· Strong experience with WordPress or Drupal, including custom PHP development and extensibility
· Proven experience supporting high-traffic, enterprise-level websites, including eCommerce platforms
· Experience integrating RESTful APIs and third-party services
· Strong understanding of system design, architectural patterns, and performance optimization
· Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, product, design, and business teams
· Experience leading or contributing to large technical initiatives or platform-level improvements
Desired Skills & Experience
· Experience in digital publishing, membership platforms, events, or nonprofit environments
· Familiarity with accessibility standards and best practices
· Experience working within complex, large-scale web ecosystems
· Exposure to modern UI frameworks such as Tailwind CSS What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown
· 40% Front-End Development (React, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS)
· 40% Back-End Development (PHP, WordPress/Drupal, API integrations)
· 20% Architecture, Optimization, and Platform Modernization
Daily Responsibilities
· 70% Hands-On Development
· 15% Technical Planning and System Design
· 15% Team Collaboration and Cross-Functional Work
The Offer
· Bonus eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
· Vacation Time
· Long-term stability within a global organization
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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