PpbColab is an architecture and design studio based in Lititz, Pennsylvania, with an additional studio located in Milan, Italy. /b Our work spans a wide range of creative and entrepreneurial projects — from managing a restaurant website and reservation system, to operating a wholesale fine art poster business, to supporting large public events and workshops, and developing digital platforms that extend our design and planning work. Many of these projects have robust web and social components. /p h3The Role /h3 pThis is not a typical agency role. We are looking for a bversatile, design-aware developer to join our Milano studio /b. You’ll work on a diverse ecosystem of real businesses and creative projects. /p pWe are looking for a full-time partner to take long-term ownership of our digital ecosystem. bThis is an in-studio position (5 days per week) for someone who thrives in a shared creative environment /band values the spontaneous collaboration that happens side-by-side with designers and art directors, moving between platforms, tools, and project types. /p pWhile our priority is a full-time commitment to attract top-tier talent, we are open to negotiating flexible hours or part-time arrangements for the right professional. /p pYou will have ownership over a diverse group of projects, working closely with our Art Director and design team to ensure high-level UX and visual craft. /p h3What you'll do /h3 ul liManage, maintain, and optimize multiple WordPress websites /li liSupport and integrate restaurant reservation software /li liMaintain and extend a Wikimedia-based platform /li liCustomize and integrate Shopify and Faire for a B2B and B2C fine art business /li liBuild and refine modern front-end interfaces /li liWork with APIs, structured data, and backend logic /li liCollaborate closely with designers and marketing professionals from concept through launch /li liGradually ramp into iOS and Android app development tied to a data-rich web platform /li /ul h3What We’re Looking For /h3 ul li3–5+ years of professional web development experience /li liStrong technical foundation across front- and back-end systems /li liComfort balancing new feature development with ongoing maintenance /li liCuriosity and willingness to learn new tools and frameworks /li liAbility to work independently while collaborating in a small studio environment /li liA strong understanding of modern web design, usability, and UX best practices /li liInterest in growing into a more senior technical leadership role over time /li /ul h3Technical Stack /h3 pCore Web Development (The Essentials) /p ul libDeep PHP Knowledge /b: Since WordPress (DIVI) and MediaWiki are central to our ecosystem, you must be comfortable with custom theme/plugin development and backend optimization. /li libCMS Architecture /b: Expert-level management of WordPress and experience with Shopify (Liquid) for e-commerce integrations. /li /ul pData Systems /p ul libStructured Data /b: Experience managing and extending MediaWiki or similar Wikimedia-based platforms for large-scale data projects. /li libAPIs Integrations /b: Comfort connecting third-party services (Reservation systems, Faire, etc.) via REST APIs. /li libEnvironment /b: Proficiency with Git (version control) and basic server management. /li /ul pThe Future (Nice to Have) /p ul libMobile Readiness /b: Familiarity with Node.js or cross-platform frameworks (like React Native) to help us transition our data-rich platforms into iOS/Android apps. /li /ul h3The Team Environment /h3 pYou will work directly with our Art Director and a multidisciplinary international team of designers and marketing professionals, but this role requires someone who can take ownership of technical decisions, think strategically, and collaborate closely with creatives to produce thoughtful, well-executed digital experiences. /p pThis is an in-studio role based in Milan, Italy (5 days per week). /p ul libType: /b Long-term Freelance Retainer. /li libFlexibility: /b Flexible hours or part-time schedules may be negotiated for the ideal candidate. /li libCompensation: /b Competitive and commensurate with experience and level of commitment. /li libThe Hub: /b Our studio is located within bTalent Garden (TAG) Isola /b, Milan's premier innovation hub. You’ll have a dedicated desk in a vibrant, design-driven environment. /li libNetworking Community: /b Full access to the TAG ecosystem, including networking events, tech workshops, and the chance to connect with a community of digital innovators. /li libPrime Location: /b Based in the heart of the bIsola district /b, perfectly positioned for the best lunch spots and after-work drinks in the city. /li /ul h3How to apply /h3 ul liSend bCV PORTFOLIO /b to /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr