- Lead WordPress development projects from concept to deployment
- Develop custom WordPress themes and plugins from scratch
- Optimize WordPress sites for performance, security, and SEO
- Troubleshoot and debug complex WordPress issues
- Implement responsive design principles and ensure cross-browser compatibility
- Integrate third-party APIs and services with WordPress
- Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers
- Collaborate with designers, content creators, and project managers
- Maintain and update existing WordPress sites
- Implement security best practices and regular updates
- Optimize database performance and query efficiency
- Create technical documentation and development guidelines
Required Qualifications5+ years of professional WordPress development experienceStrong proficiency in PHP, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript/jQueryExperience with WordPress core, themes, and plugin developmentKnowledge of WordPress coding standards and best practicesExperience with MySQL database optimization and managementProficiency in responsive design and mobile-first developmentExperience with version control systems (Git)Knowledge of WordPress security best practicesExperience with WordPress REST API and custom endpointsUnderstanding of SEO principles and implementationExperience with performance optimization techniquesStrong problem-solving and debugging skillsExcellent communication and collaboration abilitiesAbility to work independently and manage multiple projectsExperience with WordPress multisite configurationsKnowledge of web accessibility standards (WCAG)Preferred QualificationsExperience with modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue.js)Knowledge of headless WordPress implementationsExperience with WordPress Gutenberg block developmentFamiliarity with WooCommerce developmentExperience with WordPress hosting environments (WP Engine, Kinsta, etc.)Knowledge of server administration and deploymentExperience with automated testing for WordPressUnderstanding of CI/CD pipelinesExperience with WordPress performance monitoring toolsKnowledge of PWA (Progressive Web App) developmentExperience with WordPress plugin marketplace developmentFamiliarity with WordPress multisite and enterprise solutions