WordPress Developer

About the Role:
This role requires expertise in theme customization, plugin development, performance optimization, and site security. The WordPress Developer ensures websites are visually engaging, responsive, and optimized for speed, SEO, and user experience.

Responsibilities:

Website Development:

• Build and customize WordPress sites using themes, page builders (Elementor, Divi, WPBakery), or custom coding.
• Develop and modify child themes.
• Create custom templates for landing pages, blogs, and content-heavy sites.
• Plugin Management & Customization:
• Build or extend plugins when needed.

Front-End & UX:

• Convert Figma/Sketch/Adobe XD designs into pixel-perfect WordPress pages.
• Ensure responsive, cross-browser, and cross-device compatibility.
• Implement accessibility best practices (WCAG standards).

Performance Optimization:

• Optimize site speed with caching, minification, lazy loading, and CDN integration.
• Conduct audits using Google Lighthouse, GTmetrix, or PageSpeed Insights.
• Improve Core Web Vitals for SEO and usability.

Security & Maintenance:

• Apply regular WordPress, theme, and plugin updates.
• Harden security with tools like Wordfence, Sucuri, or iThemes Security.
• Set up regular backups and disaster recovery protocols.

Collaboration & Support:

• Work with marketing, content, and design teams to align web assets with campaigns.
• Troubleshoot site issues, fix bugs, and support non-technical team members with CMS usage.

What Makes You a Perfect Fit:

• Strong WordPress developer with both technical and creative skills.
• Problem-solver who thrives on optimizing performance and troubleshooting.
• Detail-oriented, ensuring every page is polished and compliant with best practices.
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.

Required Experience & Skills (Minimum):

• 2+ years building and maintaining WordPress sites.
• Proficiency in PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with WordPress page builders (Elementor, Divi, WPBakery).
• Experience managing hosting platforms (Custom Hosting, WP Engine, SiteGround).

Ideal Experience & Skills:

• WooCommerce customization and e-commerce site builds.
• Plugin development or extending functionality with PHP.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person