WordPress & PHP Web Developer (Full-Stack)

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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Web Developer with 3-5 years of professional experience to take ownership of the end-to-end development of custom websites. The ideal candidate is a proficient full-stack developer with deep expertise in WordPress and PHP, capable of building a website from the ground up—from designing the database and writing server-side logic to creating a responsive and interactive frontend. A strong foundation in Java will be considered a significant advantage and open up opportunities for diverse projects.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Website Development:

   Design, develop, and deploy complete, custom WordPress websites, including both backend and frontend components.

• Custom Theme & Plugin Development:

   Build responsive, high-performance WordPress themes and plugins from scratch according to design specifications and project requirements.

• Backend Development:

   Develop robust server-side logic, define and manage databases, and integrate third-party APIs using PHP.

• Frontend Development:

   Translate UI/UX design wireframes into functional, responsive, and cross-browser compatible web pages using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery.

• Database Management:

   Design and manage MySQL databases, write efficient queries, and ensure data integrity.

• Performance & Security:

   Optimize websites for maximum speed, scalability, and search engine visibility (SEO). Implement security best practices to protect against common vulnerabilities.

• Collaboration:

   Work closely with designers, project managers, and other developers to ensure timely and successful project delivery.

• Maintenance & Troubleshooting:

   Provide ongoing website maintenance, support, and bug fixes.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3-5 years

   of professional web development experience.

• Proficiency in WordPress:

   Deep understanding of WordPress core architecture, including hooks (actions and filters), custom post types, taxonomies, and the REST API.

• Strong PHP Skills:

   Solid object-oriented programming (OOP) skills in PHP. Experience with modern PHP frameworks (e.g., Laravel, Symfony) is a plus.

• Frontend Proficiency:

   Strong skills in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery.

• Database Expertise:

   Hands-on experience with MySQL, including schema design and query optimization.

• Full-Stack Mindset:

   Demonstrated ability to handle both server-side and client-side development.

• Version Control:

   Experience with Git for source code management.

• Problem-Solver:

   Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications (Plus Points)

• Knowledge of Java:

   Any experience with Java or J2EE is a significant plus and will be highly valued for future enterprise-level projects.

• Modern JavaScript Frameworks:

   Familiarity with a modern JavaScript library or framework like React, Vue.js, or Angular.

• Build Tools & CSS Pre-processors:

   Experience with tools like Webpack, NPM, and preprocessors like SASS/SCSS.

• API Integration:

   Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs.

• DevOps Basics:

   Familiarity with basic DevOps practices, such as CI/CD pipelines and command-line deployment.