We are hiring a full-time Word Press Backend Developer to join our remote team. You will collaborate with designers, content teams, marketing specialists, and other developers to transform requirements and designs into functional, high-performing websites.
What you will be doing: Driving hands-on development in Word Press, building custom features for both basic and advanced requirements. Leading technical projects: gathering requirements, defining project scopes, and providing accurate estimations. Integrating third-party APIs and external services securely. Optimizing page loading speeds, Core Web Vitals, and overall website performance across all devices. Supporting SEO-friendly website architecture. Automating solutions and maintaining clean version control workflows using Git. Continuously learning, adapting, and growing within the role.
What we expect from you: 4+ years of professional experience as a Word Press Developer. Expert understanding of Word Press architecture, REST APIs, and its broader ecosystem. Deep expertise in Gutenberg: ability to develop modular custom blocks using React.js and modern Java Script. Hands-on experience across the full stack (PHP, My SQL, and Java Script). Familiarity with the architecture and functionality of Elementor or similar page builders. Proven experience customizing plugins and themes. A strong grasp of web application security and performance fundamentals. Comfort using AI assistance to maximize your daily productivity. The ability to write and maintain clear technical documentation. Excellent problem-solving skills and strict attention to detail. Strong written and verbal English communication skills. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Good to have: Proficiency in modern development workflows (Composer, npm/webpack, CI/CD, Docker/Local WP). Experience with Full Site Editing (FSE) and Word Press Block themes. A track record of independently leading projects and guiding fellow team members in a remote environment. A proactive mindset to stay current with Word Press releases, frontend concepts, and industry trends. Experience building automations and migrations
Work Logistics: Work Setup: 100% Remote. You need a reliable internet connection to work effectively from home. Hours: Flexible, but you must be available to overlap with UK working hours.
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