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Ethan
Machine Learning Engineer
Argentina/(GMT -3:00)
Ethan is a staff ML engineer working in Python, Kafka, XGBoost, and LLMs, most recently building a real-time scam detection pipeline for a P2P marketplace that handled 1k+ QPS, quadrupled daily fraud catches, and cut review load from 10 to 2 FTE. Earlier he built fraud models that reduced fraudulent transactions by 70% across four countries.
Experience
15 years
Availability
To be verified
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Jonathan
Site Reliability Engineer
Canada/(GMT -5:00)
Jonathan is a DevOps engineer working across AWS, Azure, Terraform, and CI/CD who has spent 30 years modernizing infrastructure. He turned a digital forensics platform from PoC into a production SaaS across three AWS regions, and recently automated SQL Server migration from on prem to Azure for a four product education platform.
Experience
30 years
Availability
Full-time
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Badr-Eddine
AI Engineer
Luxembourg/(GMT +1:00)
Badr-Eddine is an AI engineer working in Python on ranking, retrieval, and LLM systems. At Amazon he owned search models tied to $500M+ in annual incremental sales and built abusive-listing detection and title generation for a 100M-item catalog; separately, he solo-built two paid products, including a language-exam tutor with cascade grading and voice scoring.
Experience
7 years
Availability
Full-time
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Oleksandr
Front-end Web Developer
Ukraine/(GMT +2:00)
Oleksandr is a full-stack engineer working mainly with Node.js, Angular, and AWS, with recent focus on backend microservices. He has led development of a publisher platform for personalized content delivery and now builds subscription, payment, and event-processing systems in a distributed architecture.
Experience
13 years
Availability
Full-time
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Facundo
UI/UX Designer
Argentina/(GMT -3:00)
Facundo is a product designer who turns complex workflows into usable SaaS, working mainly in Figma, WordPress, Astro, and AI-assisted prototyping. He redesigned clinical research tools to cut analysis from about two months to one week, and shaped a legal platform that reduced case review from weeks to hours.
Experience
24 years
Availability
To be verified
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Dmytro
Mobile Developer
Ukraine/(GMT +2:00)
Dmytro is an iOS engineer working in Swift, RxSwift, and Objective-C who shipped server-driven map components and migrated place search to a state-driven architecture for Lyft. Earlier he built an Apple Watch app from scratch for a sleep product, including smart alarms based on sleep data and Apple Health integration.
Experience
16 years
Availability
To be verified
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Ben
Full-stack Web Developer
Mexico/(GMT -6:00)
Ben is a Python and Go backend engineer who builds data-heavy healthcare systems, from coding pipelines with SageMaker and Hugging Face to a home-care platform migrated from Ruby into Go microservices. He also rebuilt logistics tools that processed truck telematics and served about 200,000 users.
Experience
10 years
Availability
To be verified
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Adriana
Project Manager
Brazil/(GMT -3:00)
Adriana is a technical project manager who leads fintech and insurtech delivery, working closely with Java, AWS, Angular, APIs, and data-heavy operations. She ran two payment-platform modernization tracks with a 14-person team, and also built portfolio-level capacity and burn reporting plus an OpenAI-based workflow that sped governance reviews from about a week to hours.
Experience
11 years
Availability
Part-time & Full-time
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Eugene
Full-stack Web Developer
Portugal/(GMT)
Eugene is a full-stack WordPress developer working in PHP, JavaScript, React, and Laravel. He built marketing sites for a major fintech platform with API integrations, caching, and logging, and later joined a two-person team building a content platform that generates text and publishes it to WordPress via REST API.
Experience
9 years
Availability
Part-time & Full-time
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A Lemon.io matching expert goes over your needs and gives you a budget estimate.

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MODX specialists are rare, so profiles can take longer than 24 hours. Interview candidates as usual.

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Start to finish in under a week with zero wasted time

Reached out on Monday evening, connected Tuesday morning, had four qualified candidates by Wednesday.

Brian DeSpainCEO, 10X ERP

High quality, well-qualified developers

We had an excellent experience. Process is fast from the initial intake through setting up payment.

Katie RoyExecutive Director, The SPEND Initiative

7 developers hired in 24 hours

The developers helped us speed up. They quickly learned their part of the app and we’re grateful for their contribution.

Conor MackenDirector of Engineering, tvScientific

Lemon.io does the hiring work. You pick the MODX developer.

We vet every developer

Every MODX developer passes a live interview with a senior engineer. We accept 1.2% of applicants.

No juniors, 3+ years

We hand-pick your matches

A matching expert picks people by your stack, domain and time zone, and tells you why each one fits.

Human, not a filter

We handle the paperwork

We handle contracts, NDAs and invoices. You pay Lemon.io, and we pay your developer.

You own the IP

We stay after you hire

Your Lemon.io manager stays in touch with you both. If it doesn't work out, we find a replacement for free.

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The lemon tea

MODX developers for flexible content sites

MODX gives developers full control over markup, which is why some agencies still swear by it. Lemon's MODX developers know its templates, snippets and upgrade path.

Snippets kept clean

Candidates keep logic in snippets and plugins, not in templates, and know how to upgrade MODX without breaking extras.

CMS skills across CVs

MODX is usually one of several CMSs a developer knows. Look through full profiles and bring the right people to a call.

Leftover time carries over

Site upkeep is short work. You're billed per logged hour, and leftover prepaid time carries over.

What you should know about modern MODX devs

by Vlada Zamerets

Recruiter at Lemon.io

Verified Expert

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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FAQ

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 developers

A MODX developer keeps your custom content site running and easy for editors to update.

MODX upgrades

Moves to current versions with extras tested first.

Template cleanup

Faster, cleaner templates and chunks.

Custom extras

Features built as reusable MODX extras.

Move to another CMS

Content and URLs moved if MODX no longer fits.

Case studies

Aerospace

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.

Marc HorowitzCOO of SkyFi

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Telecommunications

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

Conor MackenDirector of Engineering

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We needed extra AI engineers to keep our ambitious project running.

Mike LukimanFounding Senior Software Engineer at Everstar.ai

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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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