Core PHP & WordPress Developer

2 - 5 years

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Job Description

PHP Developer (Core PHP & WordPress) – Roles & Responsibilities Primary Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and enhance web applications using Core PHP and WordPress
  • Build dynamic, secure, and scalable web solutions based on business requirements
  • Customize WordPress themes and plugins to meet functional and design needs
  • Integrate front-end elements with server-side logic

Core PHP Development

  • Write clean, reusable, and efficient PHP code following coding standards
  • Develop custom PHP modules, scripts, and APIs
  • Handle database operations using MySQL (queries, joins, optimization)
  • Implement form handling, validations, and session management
  • Debug, test, and optimize existing PHP applications

WordPress Development

  • Create and customize WordPress themes and plugins
  • Develop custom post types, custom taxonomies, and custom fields
  • Work with WordPress hooks, filters, shortcodes, and REST APIs
  • Customize WooCommerce features, checkout flows, and payment integrations (if required)

Frontend & Integration

  • Use HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX to build responsive user interfaces
  • Convert designs (Figma / XD / PSD) into functional web pages
  • Integrate third-party APIs (payment gateways, CRMs, marketing tools)

Performance, Security & SEO

  • Optimize application performance and database queries
  • Implement security best practices (input sanitization, authentication, authorization)
  • Ensure SEO-friendly URLs and proper meta implementations in WordPress
  • Improve site speed and Core Web Vitals compliance

Maintenance & Support

  • Maintain, update, and monitor PHP and WordPress applications
  • Fix bugs, security issues, and compatibility problems
  • Manage backups, updates, and version upgrades
  • Provide technical support and documentation when required

Collaboration & Reporting

  • Work closely with UI/UX designers, SEO teams, and project managers
  • Understand client requirements and propose technical solutions
  • Provide regular progress updates and maintain code documentation

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Strong experience in Core PHP
  • Hands-on experience with WordPress
  • Proficiency in MySQL / MariaDB
  • Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery
  • Experience with REST APIs and AJAX
  • Understanding of MVC concepts and basic design patterns
  • Experience with Git/version control systems

Preferred Experience

  • 2–5 years of experience in PHP & WordPress development
  • Experience in agency or product-based environments
  • Exposure to hosting environments (cPanel, AWS, VPS)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

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