Wordpress Web Developer

As a WordPress Developer at our company, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our design and marketing teams to build and maintain WordPress websites. Your main responsibilities will include: - Website Development: Assisting in developing, testing, and deploying new WordPress websites and features. - Front-End Implementation: Translating UI/UX designs and wireframes into clean, responsive, and functional user interfaces using HTML5, CSS3, PHP, and JavaScript. - Theme & Plugin Management: Installing, configuring, and customizing existing WordPress themes and plugins such as Elementor, Divi, and WooCommerce. - Basic Customization: Performing modifications to WordPress themes and templates, often involving minor PHP and CSS adjustments. - Maintenance & Support: Conducting routine website maintenance, including core, theme, and plugin updates. - Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving basic technical issues, bugs, and website performance problems. - Optimization: Assisting with basic performance optimization (e.g., image compression, caching setup) and ensuring websites are mobile-responsive. - Collaboration: Working with designers and content creators to ensure project requirements and visual standards are met. Qualifications and Skills required for this role: - Experience: Minimum of 1 year of professional experience as a WordPress Developer or in a similar web development role. - WordPress CMS: Strong working knowledge of the WordPress CMS, including the dashboard, post types, users, and general settings. - Core Web Technologies: Foundational proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, and MySQL. - Responsive Design: Experience implementing mobile-first and responsive web design principles. - SEO Basics: Knowledge of technical SEO best practices. - Tools: Familiarity with a version control system, preferably Git. - Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication. Preferred (Bonus) Skills include experience with page builders like Elementor, Divi, or Beaver Builder, familiarity with Linux and open-source software, cross-browser compatibility, debugging tools, exposure to WooCommerce for e-commerce sites, and a portfolio demonstrating live, responsive WordPress projects. This is a full-time, permanent position suitable for a motivated and detail-oriented individual looking to grow their skills in a collaborative environment.,