Senior WordPress Developer

Summary

Join our team as a WordPress developer specializing in custom WordPress theme development, responsible for coding, designing, and maintaining various websites.

Requirements

• Have proven work experience as a WordPress developer using custom built themes
• Have at least 4+ years of experience working as a WordPress Developer
• Be an expert in CSS animations and have a portfolio of production websites with CSS animations
• Have bachelor's degree in Computer Science or any related field
• Know the basics of WordPress Template Hierarchy
• Apply Basic SEO Integration to the WordPress project
• Be proficient in front-end technologies including SASS, CSS3, JavaScript, HTML5, AlpineJS, jQuery
• Be proficient in backend developments such as WordPress, PHP, MySQL, API integrations, JSON, and XML
• Be proficient in CSS Frameworks such as Bootstrap, Foundation, or TailwindCSS
• Be experienced in GIT workflows and code versioning tools such as Git, Github or Gitlab
• Be proficient in customizing the WordPress development using the following: ACF, Gutenberg, Custom components, Yoast SEO, Gravity Forms, Custom plugins
• Have basic knowledge of Web Apps for site maintenance such Google Analytics and Tag Manager
• Be adept in using SEO Figma, Sketch, Invision, GIT, WPEngine, Pardot and HubSpot, and various web compliance standards
• Have good experience working with debugging tools such as Chrome Inspector and Firebug
• Have good understanding of website architecture and aesthetics
• Exhibit a strong understanding of current web development standards, protocols, and processes
• Document and create user guide(s) for various websites using an existing template/format
• Have experience with Webflow
• Be a team player
• Have the ability to manage projects
• Have experience with responsive and adaptive design principles
• Have the ability to work in a team and communicate effectively
• Have high attention to detail
• Have a fully functional and up-to-date computer with which to perform duties
• Be willing to install next-generation endpoint protection on the computer
• Be willing to work in US Pacific time zone (8:00am-5:00pm PST) corresponding to 12:00am -9:00am PH time
• Be a current resident of the Philippines and can perform work from there

Responsibilities

• Create the website architecture (WordPress Dashboard, using but not limited to ACF, Gutenberg blocks)
• Design and build the website front-end by using standard HTML/CSS practices
• Create an immersive experience for the user using micro animations while maintaining excellent Lightspeed performance scores
• Design and manage the website back-end including database and server integration
• Integrate data from various front/back-end services and databases using REST-API
• Generate custom WordPress themes and plugins
• Navigate and utilize the WPEngine dashboard (including but not limited to updating, hosting and domain setup/integration)
• Monitor the performance of the live website (using tools such as Page Speed Insights, GTMetrix, and other related tools)
• Create and integrate quality assurance tests to ensure website success and security
• Collaborate with the development team to develop and maintain the website(s)
• Conduct WordPress training with the client (when needed)
• Stay up to date on technology
• Attend regular meetings/check-ins with the dev team, project managers and business stakeholders
• Perform other ad hoc duties related to the role as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in ReactJS, VueJS and GSAP
• Knowledge and experience in API integrations, React, VUE, Nuxt, SEO, Shopify, WooCommerce, HubSpot, Headless CMS, Drupal, Joomla

Benefits

• Benefits await full-time contractors
• This is a remote (work from home) position
• Salary Range: $5.50 to $7 per hour