Senior Software Development Engineer (WordPress)

About Gruve Gruve is an innovative software services startup dedicated to transforming enterprises to AI powerhouses. We specialize in cybersecurity, customer experience, cloud infrastructure, and advanced technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs). Our mission is to assist our customers in their business strategies utilizing their data to make more intelligent decisions. As a well-funded early-stage startup, Gruve offers a dynamic environment with strong customer and partner networks. Position Summary We are seeking an experienced WordPress Developer with expertise in both frontend and backend development. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of headless WordPress architecture , where the backend is managed with WordPress, and the frontend is built using React.js (or Next.js) . The developer should follow best coding practices to ensure the website is secure, high-performing, scalable, and fully responsive. Key Responsibilities Backend Development (WordPress): Develop and maintain a headless WordPress CMS to serve content via REST API / GraphQL. Create custom WordPress plugins and themes to optimize content delivery. Ensure secure authentication and role-based access for API endpoints. Optimize WordPress database queries for better performance. Frontend Development (React.js / Next.js): Build a decoupled frontend using React.js (or Next.js) that fetches content from WordPress. Experience with Figma for translating UI/UX designs to code. Ensure seamless integration of frontend with WordPress APIs. Implement modern UI/UX principles to create responsive, fast-loading web pages. Code quality, Performance & Security Optimization: Optimize website speed using caching, lazy loading, and CDN integration. Ensure the website follows SEO best practices and is mobile-friendly. Implement security best practices to prevent vulnerabilities such as SQL injection, XSS, and CSRF. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following industry standards. Implement version control using Git/GitHub/GitLab. Conduct regular code reviews and debugging to ensure a high-quality product. Collaboration & Deployment: Work closely with designers, content teams, and project managers. Deploy and manage WordPress and frontend code in staging and production environments. Monitor website performance and implement improvements. Basic Qualifications B.E/B. Tech Degree, Master’s Degree required Experience: 6 – 8 Years Strong experience in React.js / Next.js for building frontend applications. Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and TailwindCSS. Familiarity with SSR (Server Side Rendering) and SSG (Static Site Generation). Experience in WordPress development (PHP, MySQL, WP REST API, GraphQL). Experience with ACF (Advanced Custom Fields), Custom Post Types, WP Headless CMS. Strong knowledge of WordPress security, database optimization, and caching techniques. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency with Git-based version control systems (GitHub, GitLab). Experience deploying and maintaining websites in staging and production environments. ‍ Why Gruve At Gruve, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. If you’re passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Gruve is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Show more Show less