As a Senior WordPress Developer, you are responsible for leading development across a range of WordPress-based websites and digital applications, ensuring our technical solutions and engineering output are of the highest quality, secure, scalable, and deliver a rewarding end-user experience.
In this role, you will balance technical planning and full-stack development with oversight and support of other developers.
You are an experienced WordPress developer who understands PHP, ACF, MySQL, JavaScript, CSS, SASS, TailwindCSS, and motion libraries. You will have a good eye for detail and also have good knowledge of managing themes and deployment using CI/CD processes. You will also have knowledge of APIs and how this can be integrated into the WordPress system.
You are a brilliant communicator, inspiring confidence in our clients and our team, with a passion for building great digital products and mentoring junior developers.
Requirements
Deliver the high-quality technical solutions.
* Lead the development of custom WordPress themes and plugins
* Ensure high performance, accessibility (WCAG 2.1, Section 508), and SEO best practices
* Implement and manage RESTful APIs
* Develop scalable architectures using modern frameworks
* Maintain and optimise database structures (MySQL, PostgreSQL) for efficient content management
* Implement CDN integration, caching strategies, and performance optimisation
* Ensure cross-browser compatibility and responsive design best practices
Lead and support a development team's output
* Work with Project Managers to ensure appropriate project planning and time estimates
* Provide technical oversight and mentorship to developers
* Establish and manage CI/CD workflows, QA processes, and performance metrics
* Conduct regular code reviews to maintain quality standards
Live our values and set the tone that inspires and drives success.
* Suggest new tools and workflows to improve development efficiency
* Participate in brainstorming and problem-solving sessions
* Proactively share knowledge with the team and contribute to a culture of learning
* Confidently articulate technical solutions to colleagues and clients
Benefits
* Opportunity to work on innovative, high-profile projects
* Flexible work environment with remote and hybrid options
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Career growth opportunities within a growing international design company
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
IT Services and IT Consulting
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