Web Application Developer - Temporary

Northeastern University • Boston, MA

14d • Onsite

About The Position

Northeastern University is seeking a Temporary Web Application Developer to support ongoing development work for Northeastern Global News (NGN), the university’s award-winning news platform. This role is focused on maintaining momentum and supporting defined needs within an existing application architecture. The position is part of a collaborative development team responsible for building and maintaining shared application components used across NGN and other high-visibility university initiatives. The developer will work within a PHP-based application architecture that uses WordPress as an editorial and interface layer, extending existing components and implementing scoped functionalities that follow established patterns and practices. This role works closely with the Digital Solutions Architect within the Communications team and works cross-collaboratively with UX and editorial teams to deliver defined feature work. The position is temporary and requires in-person work on Northeastern’s Boston campus.

Requirements

• Strong experience with object-oriented PHP , including designing and extending reusable application logic.
• Experience implementing business logic in PHP applications beyond templating or presentation layers.
• Familiarity with component-based development and working within established systems.
• Experience with custom WordPress development, including: Custom blocks PHP-based block rendering Using WordPress as an editorial or interface layer
• Proficiency with JavaScript (ES6+) and familiarity with TypeScript .
• Experience integrating PHP-driven logic with front-end functionality.
• Familiarity with React , particularly for editor tooling or interactive components.
• Ability to work effectively within an existing codebase and development workflow.
• Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines.
• Ability to work hybrid schedule in-person in Boston

Nice To Haves

• Experience with public-facing publishing platforms or content-driven applications.
• Experience maintaining or extending shared component libraries or design systems.
• Familiarity with editorial workflows or high-visibility, event-driven sites.
• Experience collaborating closely with UX or design teams.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and extension of shared, PHP-based application components.
• Support feature development for Northeastern Global News and other high-visibility university initiatives.
• Work within an existing component-based architecture to ensure consistency, maintainability, and reuse.
• Develop and integrate custom WordPress blocks that serve as configuration interfaces for shared components.
• Work cross-collaboratively to implement features aligned with documented design requirements.
• Identify edge cases and participate in technical discussions to resolve functional or structural issues.
• Write clear, maintainable code intended for iteration within an existing codebase.
• Participate in code reviews and follow established development practices.

Benefits

• Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed