Technical Lead

Location
Portland, Oregon

Type
Contract

Post Date
10/22/2025

Description

Job Id: 70627

Technical Lead
Our client is seeking a Technical Lead to provide short-term leadership and hands-on technical direction for a high-visibility website refresh project. This role will guide the architecture and implementation of a new content platform experience and ensure the foundation is set for a scalable, high-performance site.

This role is fully remote.

Technical Lead Responsibilities

  • Lead technical planning and execution for a major website refresh project utilizing a CMS platform (Brightspot experience highly preferred).
  • Define the overall technical architecture and ensure alignment with project goals and timelines.
  • Oversee the development and customization of CMS components to deliver a seamless, high-quality user experience.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including design and product teams, to ensure technical feasibility and scalability.
  • Drive innovation through prototyping and integration of emerging technologies, including AI-based enhancements for content workflows.
  • Manage the full development lifecycle from concept through deployment, maintaining best practices in code quality, performance, and security.

Technical Lead Qualifications

  • Proven experience leading CMS-based website development projects, ideally with Brightspot or similar platforms (Adobe AEM, Drupal, etc.).
  • Strong background in web architecture, front-end and back-end development, and deployment processes.
  • Ability to translate strategic goals into actionable technical solutions within tight timelines.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
  • Experience integrating innovative technologies, such as AI tools or content automation systems, into web environments.

Compensation: $60-$73/hr. (DOE)


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As an eligible contract employee with VanderHouwen, you’ll have access to a full suite of benefits designed with your well-being in mind. Our comprehensive package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a matching 401(k) to help secure your future.

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