Wordpress Developer (Remote or NYC-Based)

Dignotion is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented WordPress Developer to support a range of high-impact web projects. This is a remote, project-based opportunity with flexible hours, ideal for developers who are comfortable working independently and bringing custom, performance-optimized WordPress solutions to life. In this role, you’ll work on both new builds and existing properties, including the development of feature-rich, fast-loading websites. Many of our projects involve complex content structures, dynamic listings, and third‑party integrations—so strong experience with custom development beyond basic theming is essential. Key Responsibilities Develop, customize, and maintain WordPress websites (themes, plugins, custom features) Build pages from scratch with and without page builders (e.g. Elementor) Optimize websites for performance, Web Core Vitals, and mobile responsiveness Manage and monitor bug tracking, QA, and ongoing maintenance Implement both backend and frontend features to spec Support WooCommerce development and optimization Improve site speed via caching, lazy loading, and optimized code Configure complex hosting setups, load balancers, and Git-based version control Integrate third‑party APIs and dynamic content Translate project briefs into development roadmaps and deliverables Coordinate with internal teams and plugin/theme developers when needed Requirements 3+ years of hands‑on WordPress development experience Strong skills in HTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, and related toolkits Experience working with REST APIs (advantage) Familiarity with Git workflows and version control (advantage) Understanding of cross-browser compatibility and responsive design Ability to plan structured, scalable builds and follow through independently Excellent communication and fluent written English Experience working remotely and managing tasks asynchronously Familiarity with page builders like Elementor (advantage) Experience with affiliate marketing tools or link tracking (advantage) If You Have: Prior work developing listing‑based, comparison, or directory‑style websites Comfort working with structured content, advanced filtering, and UX‑driven data presentation Experience creating CMS‑driven experiences tailored for performance and scalability Benefits Fully remote or hybrid work (NYC‑based optional) Flexible working hours and project scope Competitive rates, defined individually per project and experience level Opportunity to work on technically challenging, high‑visibility builds with a skilled and collaborative team Details Originally posted on Himalayas #J-18808-Ljbffr Dignotion Digital Marketing