WordPress Developer

WordPress Developer

Our client is seeking a WordPress Developer to design, build, and maintain websites using WordPress. 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 for long-term maintainability.
• Create custom templates for landing pages, blogs, and content-heavy sites.
• Plugin Management & Customization :
• Install, configure, and customize plugins for functionality (e.g., WooCommerce, Yoast SEO, Contact Form 7).
• Build or extend plugins using PHP when needed.
• Ensure compatibility of plugins with themes and updates.
• 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 :

Required Experience & Skills (Minimum) :

Ideal Experience & Skills :

What Does a Typical Day Look Like?

A WordPress Developer's day revolves around building, customizing, and maintaining websites. You will :

In essence : you are the guardian of WordPress websites, ensuring they are fast, secure, user-friendly, and aligned with business goals.

Key Metrics for Success (KPIs) :

Interview Process :