WordPress Developer

Job Description

WordPress Developer

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours
Location: Remote (LATAM, South Africa, Philippines, Pakistan Preferred)

About the Role

We are hiring a skilled WordPress Developer to build, customize, optimize, and maintain high-performing WordPress websites for growing businesses.

This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technical WordPress expertise with a sharp eye for design, performance, SEO, and user experience. You will work closely with marketing, content, and design teams to develop websites that are visually polished, responsive, fast-loading, and conversion-focused.

The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling everything from custom page builds and plugin integrations to performance optimization and troubleshooting.

What You’ll Own

WordPress Development & Customization

• Build and customize WordPress websites using Elementor, Divi, WPBakery, Gutenberg, or custom development
• Develop and maintain custom WordPress themes and child themes
• Create responsive landing pages, blogs, and website templates optimized for user experience and conversions
• Customize layouts and functionality using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP

Plugin Management & Integrations

• Install, configure, and customize WordPress plugins such as WooCommerce, Yoast SEO, Contact Form 7, and Advanced Custom Fields
• Troubleshoot plugin conflicts and ensure compatibility across updates
• Extend site functionality through custom PHP development when required
• Integrate third-party tools, CRMs, analytics platforms, and marketing systems

Website Performance & SEO Optimization

• Optimize website speed, Core Web Vitals, and overall site performance
• Implement caching, image optimization, lazy loading, CDN integration, and code minification
• Run audits using Google Lighthouse, GTmetrix, and PageSpeed Insights
• Apply SEO best practices including metadata, schema, heading structure, and mobile optimization

Website Maintenance & Security

• Manage WordPress core, plugin, and theme updates
• Monitor website uptime, backups, and security protocols
• Implement security best practices using tools such as Wordfence, Sucuri, or iThemes Security
• Troubleshoot bugs, broken layouts, hosting issues, and website errors quickly and efficiently

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with marketing and design teams to launch campaigns and website updates
• Convert Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch designs into responsive WordPress pages
• Support non-technical team members with CMS-related updates and workflows
• Maintain organized staging environments, documentation, and deployment processes

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You are highly skilled in WordPress development and troubleshooting
• You care about clean design, responsive layouts, and performance optimization
• You are detail-oriented and ensure websites are polished and error-free
• You understand both technical development and marketing-focused website execution
• You work independently while communicating clearly within remote teams
• You take ownership of website quality, stability, and user experience

Required Experience & Skills

• 2+ years of professional WordPress development experience
• Strong proficiency in WordPress, PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Experience with Elementor, Divi, WPBakery, Gutenberg, or similar page builders
• Experience managing hosting environments such as WP Engine, SiteGround, Kinsta, or cPanel hosting
• Strong understanding of responsive design and cross-browser compatibility
• Familiarity with website speed optimization and technical SEO best practices
• Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills

Preferred Experience

• WooCommerce development and e-commerce website experience
• Experience building or extending custom WordPress plugins
• Familiarity with Git workflows and staging/deployment environments
• Experience with APIs, CRM integrations, or marketing automation tools
• Background working with agencies, SaaS companies, or high-growth brands

What a Typical Day Looks Like

A WordPress Developer’s day revolves around building, optimizing, and maintaining websites that support marketing and business growth. You will:
• Review and resolve website support requests, bugs, or content updates
• Build and customize WordPress pages and templates from design files
• Optimize website speed, SEO, and mobile responsiveness
• Collaborate with marketing teams on landing pages and campaign launches
• Monitor website health, backups, and security updates
• Push updates through staging and deployment workflows while documenting changes

In short: you ensure websites are fast, secure, visually polished, user-friendly, and optimized for growth.

Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)

• On-time delivery of website builds and updates
• Website load speeds consistently under 3 seconds
• Strong Core Web Vitals and Lighthouse performance scores
• Minimal website downtime and security issues
• Clean, responsive, and conversion-focused page implementation
• Positive feedback from marketing, design, and leadership teams

Interview Process

• Initial Phone Screen
• Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
• Practical Assessment (Landing Page Build or Website Optimization Task)
• Client Interview
• Offer & Onboarding

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