Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced WordPress Developer to manage the development, customization, and maintenance of WordPress-based websites. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of WordPress architecture, theme and plugin development, and front-end technologies. Experience with Kinsta hosting and BuddyBoss is a significant plus.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, customize, and maintain WordPress websites, ensuring high performance, security, and scalability.
- Create custom WordPress themes and plugins based on project requirements.
- Optimize websites for speed, SEO, and overall performance.
- Troubleshoot and resolve website issues, including bugs, performance problems, and security vulnerabilities.
- Collaborate with designers, project managers, and other developers to implement website features and enhancements.
- Manage and configure WordPress hosting environments, particularly Kinsta, ensuring optimal performance and security.
- Integrate and customize BuddyBoss for social networking and community-driven projects.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest web development trends, tools, and technologies.
- Provide technical support and training to clients and team members as needed.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a WordPress Developer, with a strong portfolio of WordPress websites.
- Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery.
- In-depth knowledge of WordPress architecture, including themes, plugins, and core functions.
- Experience with Kinsta hosting, including environment setup, migration, and performance optimization.
- Familiarity with BuddyBoss platform, including custom development and integration.
- Understanding of PHP, MySQL, and RESTful APIs.
- Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.
- Knowledge of website optimization techniques, including caching, image optimization, and CDN integration.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with WooCommerce, Elementor, or other popular WordPress plugins.
- Familiarity with website security best practices.
- Knowledge of basic graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator).
- Understanding of SEO principles and best practices.
- Experience with Agile development methodologies.