WordPress Backend & Plugin Developer

Job Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled WordPress Backend & Plugin Developer with more than 3 years of hands-on experience in developing custom plugins, backend logic, and scalable WordPress solutions. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in PHP, WordPress core, REST APIs, and database optimization, with a focus on performance, security, and clean code.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, customize, and maintain custom WordPress plugins
• Work on WordPress backend architecture, hooks, actions, and filters
• Integrate third-party APIs, payment gateways, and CRMs
• Optimize WordPress websites for performance, scalability, and security
• Manage and customize WooCommerce backend functionalities
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve backend-related issues
• Follow WordPress coding standards and best practices
• Collaborate with frontend developers, designers, and project managers
• Ensure website security, data protection, and regular updates

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in WordPress backend & plugin development
• Strong proficiency in PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, and jQuery
• In-depth knowledge of WordPress core, custom post types, and taxonomies
• Experience with WordPress REST API and AJAX
• Strong understanding of WooCommerce architecture
• Familiarity with security best practices (nonces, sanitization, validation)
• Experience with Git/version control systems
• Knowledge of performance optimization and caching mechanisms
• Ability to write clean, reusable, and well-documented code

Preferred Skills (Good to Have)

• Experience with Gutenberg block development
• Knowledge of React.js (for block or admin UI development)
• Experience with multisite WordPress setups
• Familiarity with CI/CD workflows
• Basic understanding of SEO and website optimization

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and skill set
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects
• Growth-oriented and collaborative work environment
• Learning and skill enhancement opportunities
• Flexible work culture

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹300,000.00 - ₹400,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person