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Hi, I’m Rhan Pemberton.

I’m an experienced WordPress engineer with a design background and over 10 years of experience building custom WordPress websites.

Portfolio

Skills

Web Development

  • WordPress
  • PHP
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • SASS
  • JavaScript
  • jQuery
  • Responsive & Mobile-First
  • Tailwind

Analytics & Tracking

  • Google Analytics (GA4)
  • Google Tag Manager
  • MParticle

CRM & Integrations

  • HubSpot ( Basic familiarity )
  • API Integrations

Website Optimization

  • SEO ( Technical & On-Page )
  • Site Speed Optimization ( Lighthouse, Core Web Vitals )
  • Accessibility ( WCAG, ARIA, Semantic HTML  )
  • A/B Testing & Conversion Rate Optimization

Tooling & Workflow

  • Git / GitHub
  • Gulp
  • CodeKit
  • Docker
  • Local by Flywheel
  • WPEngine
  • WP Vip
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Figma

Experience

Manager WordPress Engineering

  • Led and managed a team of WordPress engineers and content managers, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality, scalable WordPress solutions.
  • Oversaw the full development lifecycle of all WordPress projects, including design, implementation, testing, deployment, and localization.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (design, marketing, and product) to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Implemented best practices for WordPress development, including coding standards, version control (Git), performance optimizations, and localization.

Staff WordPress Engineer

  • Mentored junior developers, providing guidance and fostering growth through code reviews and knowledge sharing.
  • Analyzed and resolved complex technical issues related to WordPress performance, plugins, hosting, and integrations to ensure a seamless experience.

WordPress Engineer

  • Developed and deployed custom WordPress solutions for stakeholders.
  • Integrated and customized vetted WordPress plugins, providing tailored solutions for stakeholders’ needs.
  • Contributed to the consistent, on-time delivery of features and updates.
  • Developed responsive WordPress landing pages, Gutenberg components, and plugins that matched design specifications.

Director of Product

  • Built and launched custom WordPress websites for clients, delivering solutions aligned with unique business needs and timelines.
  • Mentored junior developers and collaborated with outsourced talent to maintain development standards, code quality, and delivery timelines.
  • Established WordPress development and deployment guidelines, improving efficiency and consistency across projects.
  • Ensured all websites, both custom and templated, adhered to SEO best practices and were optimized for page speed, improving overall performance.
  • Contributed to project management process improvements that reduced confusion, optimized resource allocation, and eliminated redundant tasks.
  • Led client-facing technical discussions, defining architecture, estimating scope, and ensuring WordPress implementations met both business and technical requirements.
  • Played a key role in helping LawRank earn recognition as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. (Inc.com, 2020).

Sr WordPress Engineer

  • Maintained and regularly updated content for Vistage.com, ensuring ongoing relevance and alignment with brand objectives.
  • Collaborated with a team of developers to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve site issues, supporting optimal performance and user experience.
  • Implemented new visual elements, including updated designs and animations, to enhance site usability and visual appeal.
  • Supported the team in resolving technical challenges, minimizing disruption and ensuring smooth site operation.

Sr WordPress Engineer

  • Collaborated with back-end developers to troubleshoot and optimize site functionality, ensuring smooth integration of front-end and back-end components.
  • Mentored and provided guidance to junior developers, fostering their growth and supporting their technical challenges.

WordPress Engineer

  • Developed and launched custom, responsive websites for clients based on designer mockups, ensuring a seamless user experience across devices.
  • Provided ongoing website maintenance and implemented enhancements to improve functionality and performance.
  • Wrote consistent, cross-browser-compatible CSS, maintaining design integrity across all platforms and devices.
  • Upheld graphic standards and branding consistency across the product’s interface, delivering cohesive and visually appealing websites.
  • Coordinated with copywriters and graphic artists to integrate images, icons, banners, audio, and other media, ensuring cohesive content presentation.

Jr WordPress Engineer

  • Assisted in building and updating WordPress pages and components under the guidance of senior team members.
  • Implemented design updates and content changes while following established coding standards and best practices.
  • Supported bug fixes, QA testing, and cross-browser checks to ensure site stability and visual consistency.
  • Jr WordPress Engineer – Chase Design, La Jolla, CA
  • Graphic / Web Designer – Process Peak – Carlsbad, CA
  • Health Coach – Community Health Partners – Naples, FL
  • Hospital Corpsman – US Navy – San Diego, CA

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