Description
We are looking for a skilled WordPress Developer with strong experience in building custom plugins, themes, and templates from scratch.
The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of the WordPress ecosystem, PHP, front-end technologies, and modern development practices.
Youll be responsible for developing scalable, high-performance WordPress solutions tailored to client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain custom WordPress plugins and themes/templates adhering to coding standards.
- Integrate REST APIs, third-party services, and external data sources.
- Optimize website performance, page load speed, and SEO structure.
- Implement responsive, mobile-first designs with a strong focus on UI/UX.
- Customize and extend existing plugins/themes based on project needs.
- Collaborate with designers, backend developers, and QA teams to ensure seamless functionality.
- Conduct regular code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting of WordPress issues.
- Ensure website security, stability, and scalability.
- Stay updated with the latest WordPress updates, trends, and best practices.
Required Skills
- Strong proficiency in PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery.
- Expertise in WordPress core, plugin architecture, and theme development.
- Hands-on experience with Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), Elementor.
- Familiarity with WordPress REST API and custom post types.
- Experience in Git version control, CI/CD pipelines, and local development environments (e.g., Docker, LocalWP).
- Knowledge of security best practices, performance optimization, and cross-browser compatibility.
- Experience integrating payment gateways, email automation, and CRM tools is a plus.
- Good Experience on Resolving Core Web Vitals and Page Speed.
Good To Have
- Experience with WooCommerce or other WordPress-based eCommerce platforms.
- Familiarity with modern front-end frameworks (React, Vue.js) for WordPress headless setups.
- Understanding of SEO, accessibility standards, and web analytics tools.
- Exposure to deployment on AWS, GCP, or cPanel-based servers.
About Us
- TechAhead is a global digital transformation company with a strong presence in the USA and India.
- We specialize in AI-first product design thinking and bespoke development solutions.
- With over 15 years of proven expertise, we have partnered with Fortune 500 companies and leading global brands to drive digital innovation and deliver excellence.
- At TechAhead, we are committed to continuous learning, growth and crafting tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients.
- Join us to shape the future of digital innovation worldwide and drive impactful results with cutting-edge AI tools and strategies!
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