Wordpress Developer

About the Role :

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated WordPress Developer to join our team on a 6+ Months Contract-to-Hire basis.

This role is focused on the development, customization, and maintenance of high-performance, scalable websites and web applications built on the WordPress platform.

• The ideal candidate will possess strong full-stack proficiency, particularly with PHP and modern front-end technologies like TypeScript, ensuring both robust backend functionality and exceptional user experience.
• Design, develop, and maintain custom WordPress themes, plugins, and functionality from scratch, adhering to WordPress coding standards and best practices.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using PHP for WordPress hooks, custom post types, taxonomies, and REST API endpoints.
• Develop responsive and highly interactive user interfaces using HTML and modern JavaScript frameworks, utilizing TypeScript for improved code quality, scalability, and type safety.
• Interact with MySQL / MariaDB databases, writing optimized queries and ensuring efficient data structure within the WordPress environment.
• Integrate with external APIs and services to extend the functionality of WordPress sites (e.g., payment gateways, CRM, marketing automation tools).
• Implement techniques to optimize site speed, including caching, minification, image optimization, and efficient database queries.
• Security : Ensure WordPress installations are secure, managing updates, patching vulnerabilities, and implementing security best practices.
• Debugging : Troubleshoot and resolve complex performance issues, conflicts, and bugs across the full stack.
• Utilize Git for version control and collaborative development workflows.
• Work effectively with designers, project managers, and other developers in an Agile / Scrum environment.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

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