Senior Wordpress Developer

Wings is an exclusive design & development firm that loves to keep people at the centre of its work. A community of creative culture that allows you to solve problems and uncover opportunities in unique ways. - Chennai, India. www.wings.design

We are seeking a skilled WordPress Developer to design, implement, and manage websites using the WordPress platform. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of both front-end and back-end development, including the creation of custom themes and plugins. They should be adept at translating client requirements into functional, user-friendly websites that align with our brand and business objectives.

Expertise : Wordpress, PHP, HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, CSS

Experience : 3+ years Experience

Location : Chennai

Position : Full Time - On-Site

Key Responsibilities

• Website Development: Develop pixel-perfect Website.
• Theme & Plugin Customization: Develop and customize WordPress themes and plugins to meet specific project requirements.
• Site Architecture: Plan and implement website architecture to ensure high performance and scalability.
• Integration: Integrate third-party APIs and tools as needed.
• Maintenance: Regularly update and maintain existing WordPress sites, ensuring security and performance optimization.
• Collaboration: Work closely with designers, content creators, and other developers to deliver cohesive web solutions.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve website issues promptly.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and MySQL.
• CMS Expertise: Extensive experience with WordPress CMS, including theme and plugin development.
• Responsive Design: Ability to create mobile-friendly, responsive designs.
• Version Control: Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.
• SEO Best Practices: Understanding of SEO principles and how they apply to website development.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and debugging skills.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Frameworks: Experience with front-end frameworks like React or Vue.js.
• E-commerce: Knowledge of WooCommerce and other e-commerce platforms.
• Performance Optimization: Skills in optimizing website speed and performance.
• Security: Understanding of website security best practices.