Senior WordPress Developer: PHP, Laravel, Remote

Senior WordPress Developer: Lead Web Design & Optimization (Remote)

We are seeking a highly skilled and enthusiastic Senior WordPress Developer to lead the design, development, and optimization of dynamic websites and web applications. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects, enhance user experiences, and implement scalable solutions using cutting-edge technologies. As a key member of our development team, you will drive best practices in web development, contribute to system architecture decisions, and ensure seamless integration across platforms. Your expertise will help elevate our digital presence and deliver exceptional online experiences for our users.

Duties

• Lead the end-to-end development of WordPress websites, ensuring they are visually appealing, user-friendly, and optimized for performance and SEO.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate wireframes and prototypes into fully functional web pages using HTML, CSS (including SCSS), JavaScript, and PHP.
• Develop custom themes and plugins to extend WordPress functionalities, integrating third-party APIs such as RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and SOAP services.
• Implement responsive web design principles to ensure websites are mobile-friendly across all devices.
• Manage version control systems like GitHub and SVN; oversee code reviews, unit testing, and deployment processes within CI/CD pipelines utilizing Jenkins or similar tools.
• Optimize website performance by leveraging caching strategies, database tuning (MySQL, PostgreSQL), and server configurations on AWS or other cloud platforms.
• Maintain system architecture documentation and participate in Agile/Scrum development cycles using Trello or Jira for task management.
• Utilize containerization tools such as Docker for local development environments; automate deployment with Ansible or DevOps practices.
• Conduct regular security audits, troubleshoot issues related to web hosting environments like Apache Tomcat or IIS, and ensure compliance with best security practices.
• Stay current with emerging trends in web development, including front-end frameworks like Angular or React Native for mobile app integrations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing advanced WordPress sites with custom themes and plugins in a professional setting.
• Strong proficiency in front-end technologies including HTML5, CSS3 (SCSS), JavaScript (TypeScript), jQuery, Bootstrap, and responsive web design techniques.
• Solid understanding of back-end programming languages such as PHP, Python, C#, Java, or Ruby on Rails; experience with MVC frameworks is a plus.
• Hands-on experience working with databases like MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, SQLite; ability to write complex queries for data visualization and reporting purposes.
• Familiarity with system architecture concepts including RESTful APIs, GraphQL APIs, SOAP web services; experience integrating multiple data sources seamlessly.
• Knowledge of cloud services such as AWS or Azure for hosting solutions; experience managing DevOps workflows using Jenkins or similar tools.
• Experience working within Agile methodologies using Jira or Trello; familiarity with SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) processes from planning through deployment.
• Ability to perform unit testing and troubleshoot issues efficiently; experience with version control systems like GitHub or SVN is essential.
• Strong understanding of SEO best practices and e-commerce platforms to optimize online storefronts for search engines.
• Excellent communication skills combined with a proactive attitude toward problem-solving in fast-paced environments.

Join us if you’re passionate about creating innovative web solutions that make an impact! We’re committed to fostering a collaborative environment where your skills grow while delivering exceptional digital experiences worldwide.

Pay: $37.75 - $45.46 per hour
Work Location: Remote