About the Role:
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Backend WordPress Developer with 34 years of hands-on experience in building, customizing, and maintaining WordPress websites. The ideal candidate should have a solid foundation in PHP, MySQL, jQuery, and WordPress plugin/theme development, with a strong understanding of best practices in coding, performance, and security.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop custom WordPress themes and plugins based on project requirements.
- Build dynamic and interactive features using jQuery and AJAX.
- Collaborate with frontend developers and designers to deliver visually appealing and functional websites.
- Optimize websites for performance, SEO, and user experience.
- Manage and query WordPress databases using MySQL.
- Perform regular debugging, testing, and maintenance of WordPress sites.
- Implement website security, data protection, and backup protocols.
- Work with tools like Git for version control and collaborative development.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams and clients to understand and fulfill requirements.
Key Skills & Competencies:
- WordPress Core, Plugin & Theme Development
- Strong proficiency in PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3, jQuery
- Experience with page builders like Elementor, WPBakery, etc.
- Knowledge of ACF (Advanced Custom Fields), Contact Form 7, and WooCommerce
- Proficient in Git and version control workflows
- Strong understanding of MVC architecture (Laravel/CodeIgniter experience is a plus)
- Ability to debug and troubleshoot WordPress sites
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset
- Fluent in English (knowledge of Hindi/Gujarati is a plus)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
- Experience working in a fast-paced agency environment
- Familiarity with performance optimization techniques (caching, image compression, database tuning)
- Hands-on experience with tools like Query Monitor, Chrome DevTools, or similar
