Senior WordPress Engineer

Senior Wordpress Engineer

The Responsibilities

WordPress Development and Customization: Develop and customize WordPress themes and plugins to meet business requirements. Integrate custom functionalities and features.

Website Performance Optimization: Ensure all websites are highly performant, with fast load times and optimized server response. Implement effective solutions to enhance website speed, security, and user experience. Conduct performance audits, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies such as caching, image optimization, and database optimization.

SEO Implementation: Collaborate with the SEO team to implement on-page and technical SEO best practices. Optimize website structure, content, and metadata for improved search engine rankings

Customization and Development: Customize themes and plugins to meet the specific needs of different geographies.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Delve into the core of our WordPress installations to troubleshoot complex issues and ensure optimal website performance.

Collaboration with Marketing: Work closely with the marketing team to understand website goals and develop actionable solutions within tight deadlines (2-3 days).

Security and Compliance: Implement best practices for website security and ensure compliance with regional regulations.

Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of solutions.

Content Management: Work closely with the content marketing team to ensure efficient content management, updates, and publishing.

Maintenance and Updates: Perform regular website maintenance, including security patches, updates, and backups. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly.

Google Asset Integration: Implement and optimize Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Google Ads, Google My Business, and other relevant Google tools.

Data Analysis: Analyze website performance metrics and provide recommendations for improvement.

Whom You Have to Coordinate With?

Marketing Team: Collaborate to align website functionalities with marketing strategies and campaigns.

IT and Development Team: Work alongside IT professionals to ensure seamless technical integration and support.

Content Creators: Coordinate with content writers and designers to implement engaging and SEO-friendly content.

External Vendors: Liaise with external plugin and theme developers for specialized customization and support.

Skills That We Are Looking For

Technical Proficiency: Minimum 3+ years of experience as a Senior WordPress Developer. Expert knowledge in WordPress development, including theme and plugin customization.

Performance Optimization: Strong understanding of website performance optimization techniques.

Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and propose effective solutions quickly.

Front-End and Back-End Development: Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP. In-depth knowledge of WordPress core functionalities, plugins, and theme customization.

SEO and Analytics: Understanding of SEO best practices and experience with web analytics tools.

Communication: Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with various teams.

Project Management: Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Specifics

Engineering: WordPress development, PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, MySQL/MariaDB, SEO, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Google Ads, Google My Business, Google Tag Manager, performance optimization tools, version control (Git).

Soft Skills: Problem-solving, troubleshooting, attention to detail, time management, communication, teamwork, collaboration.

Educational Background

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Relevant Certifications in WordPress development or web development are a plus.

Ideal Candidate

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in WordPress development with 3+ years of experience as a Senior WordPress Engineer

Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing requirements.

Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail with a focus on quality and performance.

Innovative: Proactive in proposing new ideas and solutions to improve website functionality.

Team Player: Collaborative spirit with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Experience with front-end development frameworks (React, Angular, Vue).

Knowledge of database optimization (MySQL/MariaDB).

Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).