Information Technology_USA - USA_Developer

Wordpress Developer

Must have technical/functional skills:

• Strong expertise in WordPress CMS architecture
• Custom theme development
• Custom plugin development
• PHP (Object-Oriented Programming)
• MySQL database design & optimization
• HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery
• AJAX and REST APIs
• Gutenberg block development
• Advanced Custom Fields (ACF)
• Frameworks & tools: Bootstrap/Tailwind CSS
• Git, GitHub
• Composer
• Webpack/Gulp
• WP-CLI

Soft skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality delivery

Roles & responsibilities:

• Front-end development: Develop responsive and user-friendly website interfaces using HTML5, CSS3, SASS, JavaScript, jQuery, and modern frameworks. Ensure cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness. Optimize web pages for speed, performance, and accessibility. Implement modern front-end practices and interactive user experiences.
• Back-end development: Develop and maintain custom WordPress themes and plugins. Customize WordPress core functionalities without impacting upgrade compatibility. Design and implement custom post types, taxonomies, widgets, and Gutenberg blocks. Integrate third-party APIs, CRM systems, payment gateways, and external services. Develop secure and scalable solutions following WordPress coding standards. Troubleshoot and resolve website performance, functionality, and security issues.
• Database & server management: Work extensively with MySQL databases. Optimize database queries and website performance. Configure caching mechanisms, CDN integration, and website optimization techniques.
• DevOps & version control: Use Git/GitHub for source code management. Manage staging and production environments.
• Quality & security: Conduct code reviews and maintain coding best practices. Implement website security measures and vulnerability fixes. Ensure GDPR, accessibility, and SEO compliance where applicable. Perform testing, debugging, and issue resolution.