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Zhaklin
Graphic Designer
Bulgaria/(GMT +2:00)
Zhaklin is a Senior Graphic Designer with over 8 years of experience spanning startups, mid-size companies, enterprise environments, and several years in the iGaming industry. She works confidently across Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe XD, and Figma. She has a strong understanding of the full product development workflow and collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams. Adaptable to different styles and processes, she takes ownership of setting up and improving design systems when needed. She also integrates AI tools such as MidJourney, DALL·E 2, and Leonardo to accelerate ideation and boost production efficiency. Focused on product impact and client needs, she works well under tight timelines and helps teams define clear MVP scopes.
Experience
9 years
Availability
To be verified
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Matias
Full-stack Web Developer
Spain/(GMT +1:00)
Matias is a seasoned full-stack developer and team leader with over a decade of hands-on experience building complex, high-traffic web applications. He combines deep technical expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks and backend development with a passion for knowledge-sharing—whether through public talks, workshops, or mentoring teammates. Having led projects across industries like automotive, e-commerce, and SaaS, Matias brings both technical excellence and strong leadership skills to every team he joins.
Experience
18 years
Availability
To be verified
PHPReactJavaScriptNode.jsLaravelTypescriptMySQLMariaDBPostgreSQLMongoDBExpress.jsAngular.jsCRustLumenSymfonyCypressPHPUnitDockerFirebaseOpenAI APIRedisIntegration TestingCI/CDNest.jsNext.js
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Damian
Full-stack Web Developer
Poland/(GMT +1:00)
Damian is a versatile Full-stack Developer with over 5 years of experience, specializing in React.js and Node.js. He has worked on projects across various domains, including pharmacy, finance, TV, and banking. With a strong foundational knowledge of JavaScript, Damian excels at solving complex technical challenges. Known for his pleasant and positive communication style, he is a valuable team player. His goal is to create high-quality, tested, and widely-used products that solve real-world problems and add significant value to users.
Experience
8 years
Availability
To be verified
ReactNode.jsExpress.jsTypescriptJavaScriptNest.jsPostgreSQLDockerMongoDBRuby on RailsTailwind CSSSentryNext.jsGraphQLREST APIRedisElasticSearchPrismaAWSFirebaseCircleCI
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Emanuel-Sergiu
Full-stack Web Developer
Romania/(GMT +2:00)
Emanuel-Sergiu is a Strong Senior Full-Stack Engineer with deep expertise in Node.js, React, Next.js, and AWS. He has architected and scaled distributed systems and delivered complex products in fintech, marketplaces, and analytics platforms. Known for a practical mindset, he avoids overengineering and focuses on delivering real business value. Brings solid communication, mentoring skills, and a structured approach to collaboration. Accelerates delivery by quickly gaining context on system architecture, past decisions, and ongoing challenges.
Experience
8 years
Availability
Part-time & Full-time
ReactNode.jsNext.jsTypescriptSupabaseAWSJavaScriptPythonPostgreSQLNest.jsAmazon SQSAmazon EC2Amazon RDSAmazon ECSAzure DevOpsFirebaseGCPClaude LLMCursorAI agent developmentRAGClaude CodeOpenAI API
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Teemu
Front-end Web Developer
United States/(GMT +2:00)
Teemu is a highly skilled full-stack engineer with 5+ years of experience across backend and frontend development. He brings deep expertise in React, GCP, and event-driven architectures, alongside solid hands-on experience with Node.js and TypeScript. Teemu has contributed to and led the development of complex platforms, working autonomously and approaching problems pragmatically with a strong focus on end users. He is a clear communicator, a collaborative team player, and takes full ownership of his work.
Experience
7 years
Availability
To be verified
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Oleksandr
Front-end Web Developer
Ukraine/(GMT +2:00)
Oleksandr has over 10 years of experience in the IT field, making him well-versed in handling complex tasks as a Team Lead. His strong technical background and exceptional practical skills, particularly in Angular and Node.js, set him apart. Oleksandr also brings a pleasant personality to his work.
Experience
13 years
Availability
Full-time
MODXAngularNode.jsIonicReactJavaScriptHTMLTypescriptPHPMongoDBMobXMySQLMicrosoft SQL ServerCSSFlutterPostgreSQLAWSDockerKubernetesRabbitMQElasticSearchAngular.jsSvelte.jsPlaywrightGitHub ActionsFastlaneFirebaseCI/CDNest.jsRedis
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Ulises
Manual QA Engineer
Argentina/(GMT -3:00)
Ulises is a Senior QA Engineer with over 15 years of experience across diverse industries, including e-commerce, marketing, banking, insurance, and telecommunications. Ulises has worked on prominent projects for companies like JP Morgan and Google, bringing a wealth of knowledge. While he has experience with test automation tools like Cypress, Playwright, and Selenium his core strength lies in manual testing. Ulises is highly skilled in API testing using Postman and excels at functional and usability testing. Known for his exceptional English, strong communication, and leadership skills, he is a positive and empathetic team player, passionate about delivering high-quality software.
Experience
16 years
Availability
To be verified
PostmanCypressPlaywrightSQLJavaScriptManual TestingSplunkPostgreSQLJiraPythonSeleniumTypescriptMicrosoft SQL ServerOracle SQL DeveloperQA Automation
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Ognjen
Shopify Developer
Slovenia/(GMT +1:00)
Ognjen is a senior Shopify full-stack developer with over 5 years of focused experience on Shopify Plus, Liquid, and JavaScript, and a total of 10 years in web development. He has led teams, architected custom themes, and delivered client-facing solutions involving themes, UI extensions, Admin API, and webhooks. Screenings confirmed strong communication, pragmatic problem-solving, and direct client engagement experience!
Experience
10 years
Availability
Full-time
JavaScriptliquidMySQLReactShopifyWordPress
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Wacław
Full-stack Web Developer
Poland/(GMT +1:00)
Wacław is a senior full-stack software engineer with 18+ years of experience, specializing in building high-traffic applications, AI-powered platforms, and e-commerce solutions. Experienced across both backend and frontend development, he writes code that is clean, reliable, testable, and secure, while making thoughtful architectural decisions. Low-ego and product-focused, he thrives in remote, cross-functional teams, communicates clearly with stakeholders, and is passionate about creating delightful products that users love.
Experience
18 years
Availability
Full-time
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What you should know about modern MODX devs

by Vlada Zamerets

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Hiring Guide: MODX Developers

Why Hire MODX Developers

Hiring experienced MODX Developers is the key to creating secure, scalable, and highly customizable websites and applications. MODX is a flexible open-source content management system (CMS) and web application framework that allows developers to build fast, SEO-friendly, and extensible digital experiences. Unlike traditional CMS platforms, MODX provides complete freedom over frontend and backend development without locking teams into rigid templates. Skilled MODX developers ensure your business gets a tailored solution optimized for performance, accessibility, and brand identity.

What MODX Developers Do

MODX developers design, build, and maintain dynamic websites, e-commerce platforms, and enterprise portals using the MODX Revolution framework. They customize themes, integrate third-party APIs, develop custom snippets and plugins, and manage site performance and security. Their expertise also includes deploying MODX projects to cloud hosting environments, optimizing databases, and implementing advanced caching strategies to ensure smooth user experiences across devices.

Core Responsibilities of a MODX Developer

Develop, customize, and maintain MODX-powered websites and web applications.

Create custom templates, snippets, and chunks to enhance functionality.

Integrate APIs, payment gateways, and CRM systems with MODX.

Optimize websites for SEO, speed, and scalability.

Ensure site security, manage user permissions, and monitor vulnerabilities.

Configure hosting environments and deploy projects using tools like Git, Docker, or CI/CD pipelines.

Collaborate with designers and content teams to create dynamic, user-friendly interfaces.

Maintain databases and ensure smooth migration between environments.

Essential Technical Skills

Languages: PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, SQL.

Frameworks and Tools: MODX Revolution, MODX Extras, xPDO, Smarty, Composer.

Databases: MySQL, MariaDB.

Frontend Skills: TailwindCSS, Bootstrap, React, Vue.js.

Version Control: Git, Bitbucket, GitHub.

Server Environments: Apache, Nginx, cPanel, Docker.

Soft Skills: Communication, problem-solving, attention to detail, client collaboration.

When to Hire MODX Developers

You need a custom, scalable CMS that isn’t limited by prebuilt themes.

You want to migrate an existing site to MODX for better control and flexibility.

Your website requires custom integrations, plugins, or dynamic functionality.

You’re maintaining or upgrading an older MODX Evolution or Revolution platform.

Your team needs backend optimization or server configuration expertise.

Best Practices for Hiring MODX Developers

Assess MODX-specific experience: Check for hands-on experience with MODX Revolution, Extras, and xPDO ORM.

Review project portfolio: Candidates should provide examples of custom MODX builds or integrations.

Evaluate PHP and JavaScript proficiency: MODX developers must be fluent in backend and frontend development.

Test database and performance skills: Ensure the developer can manage MySQL efficiently and optimize queries.

Check deployment experience: MODX developers should understand hosting, server tuning, and caching mechanisms.

Sample Interview Questions for MODX Developers

“What are the main differences between MODX Revolution and MODX Evolution?”

“Explain how snippets, chunks, and templates interact in MODX.”

“How do you optimize MODX websites for performance and SEO?”

“What’s your approach to securing a MODX installation?”

“How would you integrate a third-party REST API into MODX?”

“Can you describe a complex MODX customization you’ve implemented?”

MODX in Modern Web Development

MODX stands out as a developer-centric CMS offering a perfect balance between flexibility and control. Unlike rigid systems like WordPress or Drupal, it gives developers total freedom over code structure and site architecture. Businesses hire MODX developers to create tailor-made digital experiences that meet performance, scalability, and branding requirements. With built-in SEO tools, easy API integration, and modular structure, MODX remains a trusted solution for enterprises, agencies, and startups seeking custom web ecosystems.

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What is a MODX developer?: A MODX developer specializes in building and maintaining websites using the MODX CMS framework, focusing on customization, performance, and scalability.
Is MODX better than WordPress?: MODX offers more flexibility and control over the backend, making it better suited for developers and organizations that require custom functionality and performance optimization.
Can MODX integrate with other platforms?: Yes. MODX supports API integrations with CRM systems, e-commerce platforms, analytics tools, and third-party services.
Is MODX secure?: Yes. MODX has a strong security model with configurable permissions, robust session management, and minimal plugin vulnerabilities compared to other CMS systems.

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Why hire MODX

Over 6500 companies use MODX as their main framework, including giants like Google, Amazon and Lyft.

High-quality web apps

MODX's modular approach lets devs reuse components, so they can seamlessly manage app complexity.

Faster development process

MODX's architecture and a vast library of pre-built components speed up development, so you can get to market sooner.

Enjoyable user experience

From smooth, responsive interfaces to reduced loading times, devs can use MODX to boost usability.

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MODX's modular, component-based architecture makes it easy to scale applications as traffic grows.

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The experience with Lemon.io has been fantastic. The interview process has been good, the caliber of people – excellent and integration has been very smooth.

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We needed extra developers to clean off all these bugs so the company could skyrocket.

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Frequently asked questions

MODX is a great tool, but not everyone uses it, so you need a more precise approach to finding skilled programmers who work with this platform. Though places like Indeed & LinkedIn can provide you with a start, the better route would be seeking those people in online spaces visited by PHP developers (MODX relies on it, after all).

Remember that dedicated talent hubs exist for fast-tracking professional hires. Try a solution like Lemon.io if more traditional routes fail you. We will find you the right senior software engineer from our pre-screened talent pool in 48 hours or less; just apply.

At Lemon.io, clients have the opportunity to try before they buy when it comes to MODX developers (or any expert, for that matter). You get a 20-hour paid trial period where both you and your potential employee can experience a normal working day and see if it’s a natural fit, free of long-term obligations.

Plus, we back up every developer on our platform with a no-risk replacement guarantee. So, if things aren’t perfect, rest assured Lemon.io is here to ensure you find someone ideal quickly and easily. It doesn’t happen every week, even not every month, but we need to mention it as an available option.

The demand for MODX developers isn’t as high as it is for more common CMS platforms like WordPress, Drupal, or Joomla. That being said, companies that already use it need to hire experts in MODX so they can keep up with maintenance and make changes to their current systems.

MODX isn’t for everyone, so it makes sense why the pool of specialized developers is smaller. Organizations looking to manage web content using a bespoke, highly flexible framework appreciate that level of granular customization and seek talent with proven experience to realize those benefits.

Usually, it takes around 48 hours for our team to get back to you with a few potential MODX experts, each pre-vetted to align with your unique project and needs. It is up to the client as to how they choose to structure further discussions (additional steps would likely add another few days). The onboarding process usually happens quickly, at least for the clients that already using our platform successfully, making it quite fast.

Save time searching for skilled experts that have real experience building solutions within this platform — we’ve carefully vetted MODX talent according to a variety of criteria.

Time zones aren’t an issue with us — MODX developers are all across the globe. With the extensive talent pool there will always be someone you can talk to effectively, even as your team grows. We cooperate with senior software engineers from over 50 countries, and the list is increasing.

Hire coders for specific one-off needs, or build long-term relationships that scale as your business does, too (subscriptions & direct hiring capabilities for both).

Our in-depth vetting for MODX professionals includes the following:

1. Developers submit applications which get screened by us to match skill sets with requirements as part of our stringent criteria.
2. Each applicant’s CV is reviewed for inconsistencies (mainly against their LinkedIn profile to confirm background checks).
3. MODX-proficient candidates complete a skills evaluation that’s specifically tuned toward the platform’s features via a Coderbyte assessment. We conduct it as a part of the screening call with our seasoned recruiters.
4. Our technical recruiters then conduct an in-person, final interview, which could involve code reviews, project deep dives, and simulated coding challenges, so we know these professionals have expert-level knowledge.

MODX developers are specialized CMS engineers and use this platform to create dynamic and tailored websites or apps, typically built with intricate content structure in mind. Businesses needing better control (granularly speaking) over the way content is displayed can be difficult with other platforms, therefore MODX is especially powerful in these kinds of use cases.

The businesses dealing in large amounts of online text are most likely to benefit. Particularly, ones involved in education/learning industries; news and media publications to those selling products via e-commerce.

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