Description :
Job Title : Senior PHP WordPress Developer
Location : Hyderabad, India
Experience : 8+ Years
Job Type : Full-Time (On-site)
Job Summary :
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior PHP WordPress Developer to join our dynamic development team in Hyderabad. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PHP, WordPress CMS, custom theme and plugin development, API integrations, and performance optimization. This role requires hands-on coding, architectural decision-making, and mentoring junior developers.
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop, maintain, and enhance WordPress websites, themes, and plugins.
- Write clean, scalable, and well-documented PHP code adhering to WordPress coding standards.
- Customize WordPress core, themes, and plugins to meet project requirements.
- Integrate third-party APIs and RESTful services.
- Troubleshoot, test, and maintain the core product software to ensure strong optimization and functionality.
- Optimize website performance (load times, caching, SEO best practices).
- Work closely with UI / UX designers, front-end developers, and content teams to implement solutions.
- Conduct code reviews and ensure best practices are followed.
- Mentor junior developers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
Required Skills & Qualifications :
8+ years of hands-on experience in PHP and WordPress development.Expertise in custom WordPress theme and plugin development.Proficient in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, and Bootstrap.Strong experience with MySQL and database optimization.Familiarity with WordPress REST API, WooCommerce, and ACF (Advanced Custom Fields).Experience with version control systems (Git).Understanding of SEO, website speed optimization, and mobile responsiveness.Experience with page builders like Elementor, WPBakery, or Gutenberg (optional but preferred).Good understanding of security best practices in WordPress.Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.Strong communication and collaboration abilities.Nice to Have :
Experience with headless CMS or decoupled WordPress architecture.Familiarity with DevOps tools and deployment workflows.(ref : hirist.tech)