Wordpress Developer

MoveUp Media

We're a dynamic and driven team that's all about growth. Partnering with top-notch brands in the exciting worlds of iGaming and sports, we're on a mission to connect sports fans to global advertisers. SEO is our bread and butter, and we're relentless in our pursuit of getting our websites to the top of search results for all the best—and sometimes toughest—keywords.

With bases in France, Brazil & India, we're making waves across 20+ markets. And here's the best part: we're a 100% remote team that thrives on efficiency and flexibility. So if you're ready to join a company that's all about results and values your work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you!

Our Approach 📈

We focus on people. We put end users' experience as a priority on all strategies and processes. The technical side is key to achieve a seamless experience for all, thus you will be at the heart of all key projects for MoveUp Media. Our team has a central platform to facilitate a well organized approach.

The Role 🎯

As a WordPress developer, you will be responsible for:

• Working inside our custom WordPress engine (themes, plugins, internal tools).
• Build and maintain advanced Gutenberg blocks, leveraging hooks, APIs, and custom theme logic.
• Optimize database queries and code execution (profiling, debugging, chasing wasted milliseconds and memory leaks).
• Integrate with REST APIs and support complex integrations/microservices.
• Work daily in Docker/Podman environments (WP-CLI, container operations, Linux commands).
• Collaborate with front-end integrators to connect blocks/themes while owning the backend architecture.

Required Skills 🌟

To excel in this role, you will need to master the following skills:

• Deep expertise in PHP and the WordPress ecosystem (hooks, APIs, plugins, themes, Gutenberg).
• Strong SQL skills and proven experience optimizing queries for performance.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs and microservice integration patterns.
• React experience, especially for Gutenberg block development.
• Comfortable with Docker/Podman workflows and Linux environments (WP-CLI, file manipulation, container ops).
• A performance-minded developer: profiling, measuring, and optimizing code execution.
• MacOS or Linux development environment (mandatory).
• Good command of HTML, CSS (SCSS), and JavaScript (ES6).
• Experience working closely with designers and front-end integrators.
• Awareness of accessibility and Core Web Vitals best practices.

The ideal profile 💎

We are looking for a professional with over 4 years of experience in web development and WordPress. You must be meticulous and detail-oriented, while having a strong team spirit and the ability to take initiative. Autonomy and a passion for technology will be major assets, as well as a focus on quality and application performance.

Next steps in the process ✅

• 1rst Interview with your future manager to make sure you meet the role’s requirements, followed by a possible technical test
• 2nd interview with HR to better understand who you are and make sure there is a cultural fit with MoveUp Media
• Last step: a proposition for us to start working together!

What’s in it for you ✨

• A full time remote work environment.
• A flexible schedule and paid time off. We measure results 🎯, not hours.
• Attractive salary, depending on your level of seniority in the role and your location.
• Development opportunities. As a startup with rapid growth, there are a lot of possibilities that can arise and we are committed to accompany our team members in their career path.
• Yearly Workation — a mix of work and vacation 🌊. Once a year, we find a cool place to work and have fun together.

🌎 Here at MoveUp Media, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background, race, gender, sexual orientation, or abilities. We celebrate the unique perspectives and talents that each person brings to the table, and we strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone can thrive and succeed. We firmly believe that a diverse workforce leads to greater teamwork and success. Join us in our journey towards a more inclusive and equitable future! 🌎