Senior PHP & WordPress Developer (Remote)

Senior PHP & WordPress Developer (Remote)***ONLY APPLY THROUGH LINK BELOW IF SUITABLE****Must Apply through the link: https://forms.gle/s79G3yma3aYrCQ4H8Company: Blurn GroupLocation: 100% Remote (Work from Home)Minimum Experience: 7+ years solid experience in PHP & WordPress (Customisation)Start Time: 6:30 AM IST (to align with Australian hours)Daily Hours: 8 Hours (Full Time)Start Date: Immediate (Preffered)Job Type: Full-timeLanguage Requirement: English (Preferred additional language: Tamil)Salary: ₹5,40,000 to ₹7,20,000 LPAWorking Days - Mon-Fri/SatAnnual Paid Leave: 25 Days + National HolidaysCompany’s India HQ: Coimbatore, Tamil NaduCompany’s Global HQ: Sydney, AustraliaCompany’s Main Client Base: USA, UK & AustraliaKey Contacts: CEO, Head of Digital Marketing***ONLY APPLY THROUGH LINK BELOW IF SUITABLE****Must Apply through the link: https://forms.gle/s79G3yma3aYrCQ4H8We’re Blurn/Bismath, a global digital marketing and web development agency with clients in Australia, the UK, and the USA. We are looking for an experienced PHP & WordPress Developer to join our extended team. This is a long-term, 100% work-from-home stable opportunity for developers who enjoy working independently while contributing to a collaborative international team. But, please note that this role involves full dedication, focus and hardwork.We are looking for a highly skilled Senior PHP & WordPress Developer to join our rapidly growing organisation, offering guaranteed growth opportunities for the right candidate. This role involves hands-on custom WordPress and PHP development while also overseeing multiple non-PHP development projects with external teams. You will lead and mentor junior developers, deliver bespoke websites and web applications, and maintain multiple WordPress platforms to the highest technical standards.Your expertise in custom WordPress theme and plugin development is just as important as your project management and leadership capabilities. You must be proficient in HTML5, CSS, Object-Oriented PHP, and Git, capable of writing elegant, efficient, secure code with an excellent understanding of web security.***ONLY APPLY THROUGH LINK BELOW IF SUITABLE****Must Apply through the link: https://forms.gle/s79G3yma3aYrCQ4H8Position OverviewLead the development and maintenance of custom WordPress websites, WooCommerce modules, themes, and plugins with enterprise-level quality, security, and scalabilityBuild, enhance, and support applications using Core PHP and leading PHP frameworks such as Laravel, CodeIgniter, or CakePHPImplement and optimize websites for AEO-SEO (Answer Engine Optimisation / AI Search Readiness) including structured data, schema markup, page performance, UX readiness, and AI-friendly content handlingCustomize and enhance front-end experiences using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery, ensuring pixel-perfect, responsive, and high-performance UIEnsure Core Web Vitals, performance optimisation, caching strategies, and best development practices are consistently implementedDevelop and integrate REST APIs, third-party services, CRMs, payment gateways, automation systems, and advanced platform functionalitiesOversee end-to-end delivery of multiple projects, ensuring timelines, quality benchmarks, and client expectations are consistently metPlay a key leadership role by guiding, mentoring, and supporting junior developers, reviewing code, and ensuring development standards are followedMaintain strong focus on security best practices, OWASP guidelines, safe coding standards, and platform stabilityCollaborate closely with Project Managers, Digital Marketing Teams, and Clients to translate business objectives into technical executionEnsure compliance with WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards, cross-browser compatibility, responsive behaviour, and platform reliabilityPrepare, plan, and manage workload using structured development methodologies, documentation discipline, and clear communicationEssential Skills & ExperienceMinimum 7+ years of hands-on experience in PHP and WordPress development, including custom themes and pluginsStrong expertise in Core PHP and familiarity with frameworks such as Laravel / CodeIgniter / CakePHPAdvanced proficiency in WordPress customization, WooCommerce, APIs, hooks, filters, and custom post typesExcellent command of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery with strong UI/UX awarenessDeep understanding of MySQL, database architecture, and query optimizationStrong knowledge of web performance optimization, caching, Core Web Vitals, and responsive developmentSolid understanding of web security best practices, OWASP principles, and secure coding standardsProven experience working with REST APIs, third-party integrations, payment gateways, CRMs, and similar systemsPractical experience with Git / version control workflowsStrong understanding of WCAG 2.1 accessibility standardsAbility to analyze business requirements and convert them into robust technical solutionsStrong understanding of AEO-SEO (Answer Engine Optimization / AI-Search readiness) is mandatorySEO / AEO SkillsStrong understanding of AEO-SEO (Answer Engine Optimization / AI-driven SEO) — this is mandatorySolid understanding of technical SEO fundamentals related to WordPress (schema, indexing, crawlability, sitemaps, etc.)Experience implementing structured data / schema markup to improve AI and search visibilityUnderstanding of Core Web Vitals, page speed optimization, and performance best practicesAbility to work closely with marketing teams to optimize websites for search, AI visibility, conversions, and user experienceAwareness of modern SEO trends including Search Generative Experiences (SGE), AI indexing behaviours, and answer-engine readinessProject Management & Leadership SkillsProven experience leading development teams, mentoring junior developers, and managing distributed/remote resourcesStrong project ownership mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyExcellent ability to interpret requirements, estimate effort, define scope, and deliver within deadlinesExperience working in structured project environments (Agile / Scrum preferred)Strong collaboration skills to work with Project Managers, Digital Marketing Teams, Designers, and ClientsAbility to document work clearly, maintain structured workflows, and ensure quality standards are consistently metComfortable attending client meetings, status calls, and technical discussions.Nice to Have (Added Advantage)Experience with frontend technologies such as React, Node.js, Next.js, etc.Experience working with AI / workflow automation tools such as n8n, Zapier, Make (Integromat), or similar platformsExperience integrating AI-driven features into websites or workflowsRequired Candidate profileExcellent communication skillsExcellent project management and team leadership experienceAbility to work independently as well as a team playerAdapt to new technologiesFulfill client's requirement as per scope definitionBe able to attend calls on a daily basisBe Professional in Approach and deliver work on strict deadlinesShould have their own laptop, stable internet connection and mobile phone. We use Hubstaff for tracking and monitoring during business hours.***ONLY APPLY THROUGH LINK BELOW IF SUITABLE****Must Apply through the link: https://forms.gle/s79G3yma3aYrCQ4H8Perks and BenefitsWork from home flexibility.Exposure to global clients and exciting projects.Salary + commission + benefits based on Skills and ExperiencePlease note: You must have a quiet and dedicated home office setup with a laptop, mobile phone, and stable internet connection. Since this is a fully remote role with flexible working hours, we use Hubstaff (or a similar tool) to track work hours and tasks.