WordPress Developer - Senior II

GKM IT,

If you’re someone who can write clean code, troubleshoot with ease, and shape WordPress solutions from scratch—this role is for you. You’ll work closely with designers, project leads, and fellow developers to bring powerful and responsive WordPress sites to life.

This is more than just plugin tinkering—we’re talking theme architecture, custom functionality, API integrations, and performance optimization at scale.

• 5+ years of professional experience working with WordPress
  

• Strong experience with custom theme and plugin development
  

• Develop custom WordPress themes from scratch or extend existing ones based on project needs
  

• Build and maintain custom plugins to enhance site functionality or connect with third-party services
  

• Customize core WordPress functionality, templates, and styles to meet specific project requirements
  

• Ensure all web projects are responsive and mobile-friendly across devices and browsers
  

• Implement best practices for WordPress security including input sanitization, authentication, and output validation
  

• Optimize websites for speed and performance with caching, image optimization, and code clean-up
  

• Troubleshoot plugin conflicts, bugs, and performance issues
  

• Work with version control systems like Git to collaborate and manage project code
  

• Write clean, efficient server-side logic in PHP and work with APIs to support dynamic site features
  

• Manage and optimize MySQL databases and write custom SQL queries as needed
  

• Set up CI/CD pipelines for streamlined deployment and updates to WordPress-based projects
  

• Strong understanding of WordPress architecture, PHP, and MySQL
  

• Ability to build pixel-perfect custom themes and plugins
  

• Proficient with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery
  

• Experience with page builders such as Elementor, Gutenberg, and WPBakery
  

• Experience integrating Figma designs into responsive, production-ready code
  

• Ability to build SEO-optimized and high-performing WordPress sites
  

• Solid understanding of backend integration and database connectivity
  

• Top-Tier Work Setup

  You’ll be equipped with a premium MacBook and all the accessories you need. Great tools make great work.

• Flexible Schedules & Remote Support

  Life isn’t 9-to-5. Enjoy flexible working hours, emergency work-from-home days, and utility support that makes remote life easier.

• Quarterly Performance Bonuses

  We don’t believe in waiting a whole year to celebrate your success. Perform well, and you’ll see it in your pay check—quarterly.

• Learning is Funded Here

  Conferences, courses, certifications—if it helps you grow, we’ve got your back. We even offer a dedicated educational allowance.

• Family-First Culture

  Your loved ones matter to us too. From birthday and anniversary vouchers (Amazon, BookMyShow) to maternity and paternity leaves—we’re here for life outside work.

• Celebrations & Gifting, The GKM IT Way

  Onboarding hampers, festive goodies (Diwali, Holi, New Year), and company anniversary surprises—it’s always celebration season here.

• Team Bonding Moments

  We love food, and we love people. Quarterly lunches, dinners, and fun company retreats help us stay connected beyond the screen.

• Healthcare That Has You Covered

  Enjoy comprehensive health insurance for you and your family—because peace of mind shouldn’t be optional.

• Extra Rewards for Extra Effort

  Weekend work doesn’t go unnoticed, and great referrals don’t go unrewarded. From incentives to bonuses—you’ll feel appreciated.