Senior WordPress Developer

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior WordPress Developer with a deep understanding of the WordPress ecosystem and robust PHP backend development skills. With 6–9 years of professional experience, you will be responsible for leading the development of complex, high-performance websites, creating custom plugins, and architecting scalable themes. The ideal candidate is someone who bridges the gap between sophisticated backend logic and seamless frontend experiences.

Responsibilities

Design and implement complex custom WordPress themes from scratch and develop bespoke plugins to extend core functionality; Write clean, scalable, and well-documented PHP code; Manage database migrations, custom post types, and REST API integrations; Audit and optimize website speed, Core Web Vitals, and server-side performance; Lead architectural decisions for large-scale WordPress installations, including multisite setups and headless WordPress environments; Implement industry-standard security protocols and manage regular maintenance/updates; Connect WordPress with third-party APIs, CRM systems (Salesforce, HubSpot), and E-commerce platforms (WooCommerce); Conduct code reviews for junior developers and ensure adherence to WordPress Coding Standards; Experience leading a team of at least 3–5 developers

Requirements

6–9 years of professional experience; Advanced knowledge of Hooks (Actions/Filters), Plugin API, and WordPress Database Schema; Strong proficiency in PHP (7.4/8.x) and Object-Oriented Programming principles; Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3/SASS, and JavaScript (Vanilla, jQuery); Experience with MySQL/MariaDB, including writing complex queries and optimization; Mastery of Git/GitHub, Composer, and local development environments (Local WP, Docker, Valet); Extensive experience customizing WooCommerce (checkout flows, custom product types, payment gateways); Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and managing hosting environments (WP Engine, Kinsta, AWS, DigitalOcean); Experience leading a team of at least 3–5 developers

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