About the job
Job Title: WordPress Developer
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. client business hours (with flexibility for deployments, content updates, and urgent fixes)
About the Role:
We are looking for a talented WordPress Developer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining engaging websites using WordPress. Your expertise in theme customization, plugin development, performance optimization, and security will be essential to ensure our websites are visually appealing, responsive, and optimized for speed, SEO, and user experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Website Development:
- Build and customize WordPress sites leveraging themes, page builders (like Elementor, Divi, WPBakery), or custom coding.
- Develop and modify child themes to ensure long-term maintainability.
- Create custom templates for diverse site types, including landing pages and blogs.
- Plugin Management & Customization:
- Install, configure, and customize plugins to enhance site functionality (such as WooCommerce, Yoast SEO, Contact Form 7).
- Extend or build plugins using PHP as necessary.
- Ensure plugin compatibility with themes and updates.
- Front-End & UX:
- Transform Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD designs into pixel-perfect WordPress pages.
- Guarantee responsive design and compatibility across different browsers and devices.
- Implement accessibility best practices in line with WCAG standards.
- Performance Optimization:
- Enhance site speed through caching, minification, lazy loading, and CDN integration.
- Conduct performance audits using tools like Google Lighthouse, GTmetrix, or PageSpeed Insights.
- Improve Core Web Vitals for optimal SEO and usability.
- Security & Maintenance:
- Regularly update WordPress, themes, and plugins.
- Fortify security using tools such as Wordfence, Sucuri, or iThemes Security.
- Establish regular backups and disaster recovery protocols.
- Collaboration & Support:
- Collaborate with marketing, content, and design teams to align web assets with ongoing campaigns.
- Troubleshoot site issues, resolve bugs, and assist non-technical team members with CMS usage.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Proficient WordPress developer with a blend of technical and creative skills.
- Analytical problem-solver focused on performance optimization and troubleshooting.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering polished, compliant pages.
- Team-oriented with strong communication abilities.

