Sr. WordPress Developer - PH
Full Time
About The Role
Looking for several WordPress developers specializing in custom WordPress theme development.
This role is responsible for coding, designing, and maintaining various websites. This person strives to create visually appealing sites that feature user-friendly design and clear navigation.
The ideal candidate loves working with a variety of projects and people. He/she should have a creative and thoughtful approach to requests and collaborate with the team.
Responsibilities
In this role, you'll get to...
create the website architecture (WordPress Dashboard, using but not limited to ACF, Gutenberg blocks)
design and build the website front-end by using standard HTML/CSS practices
create an immersive experience for the user using micro animations while maintaining excellent Lightspeed performance scores
design and manage the website back-end including database and server integration
integrate data from various front/back-end services and databases using REST-API
generate custom WordPress themes and plugins
navigate and utilize the WPEngine dashboard (including but not limited to updating, hosting and domain setup/integration)
monitor the performance of the live website (using tools such as Page Speed Insights, GTMetrix, and other related tools)
create and integrate quality assurance tests to ensure website success and security
collaborate with the development team to develop and maintain the website(s)
conduct WordPress training with the client (when needed)
stay up to date on technology
attend regular meetings/check-ins with the dev team, project managers and business stakeholders
perform other ad hoc duties related to the role as assigned
Requirements
On day one, we'll expect you to...
have proven work experience as a WordPress developer using custom built themes
have at least 4+ years of experience working as a WordPress Developer
be an expert in CSS animations and have a portfolio of production websites with CSS animations
have bachelor's degree in Computer Science or any related field
know the basics of WordPress Template Hierarchy
apply Basic SEO Integration to the WordPress project
be proficient in front-end technologies including SASS, CSS3, JavaScript, HTML5, AlpineJS, jQuery
be proficient in backend developments such as WordPress, PHP, MySQL, API integrations, JSON, and XML
be proficient in CSS Frameworks such as Bootstrap, Foundation, or TailwindCSS
be experienced in GIT workflows and code versioning tools such as Git, Github or Gitlab
be proficient in customizing the WordPress development using the following:
o ACF
o Gutenberg
o Custom components
o Yoast SEO
o Gravity Forms
o Custom plugins
have basic knowledge of Web Apps for site maintenance such Google Analytics and Tag Manager
be adept in using SEO Figma, Sketch, Invision, GIT, WPEngine, Pardot and HubSpot, and various web compliance standards
have good experience working with debugging tools such as Chrome Inspector and Firebug
have good understanding of website architecture and aesthetics
exhibit a strong understanding of current web development standards, protocols, and processes
document and create user guide(s) for various websites using an existing template/format
have experience with Webflow
be a team player
have the ability to manage projects
have experience with responsive and adaptive design principles
have the ability to work in a team and communicate effectively
have high attention to detail
have a fully functional and up-to-date computer with which to perform duties
be willing to install next-generation endpoint protection on the computer
be willing to work in US Pacific time zone (8:00am-5:00pm PST) corresponding to 12:00am -9:00am PH time
be a current resident of the Philippines and can perform work from there
What separates the best from the rest:
knowledge and experience in ReactJS, VueJS and GSAP
knowledge and experience in API integrations, React, VUE, Nuxt, SEO, Shopify, WooCommerce, HubSpot, Headless CMS, Drupal, Joomla
NOTES:
Benefits await full-time contractors.
This is a remote (work from home) position.
Salary Range: $5.50 to $7 per hour