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WordPress Developer - Remote

SDF Systems · Othery, England, United Kingdom

Jul 01
Remote Mid (2-5 yrs) Contractor United Kingdom
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About the role

Develop, maintain, and optimize responsive WordPress websites, including the creation of custom themes and plugins. Integrate third-party APIs and ensure high performance, security, and SEO standards.

What they look for

WordPress Development PHP MySQL HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript jQuery REST APIs WooCommerce Elementor ACF Git Responsive Web Design Website Performance Optimization Website Security SEO Fundamentals

Requirements

Requires 3+ years of professional WordPress experience with strong proficiency in PHP, MySQL, and front-end technologies. Candidates must be skilled in custom theme development, page builders, and performance optimization.

Full description

Job Description

  • Job Title: WordPress Developer
  • Location: Remote
  • Company: SDF Systems
  • Employment Type: Contract

About US:

SDF Systems is a technology-driven company focused on delivering innovative digital solutions. We are looking for a talented WordPress Developer who is passionate about building modern, responsive, and high-performing websites. The ideal candidate should have strong technical skills, attention to detail, and experience developing custom WordPress solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and optimize WordPress websites.
  • Build custom WordPress themes and plugins based on business requirements.
  • Convert Figma, Adobe XD, or PSD designs into responsive WordPress websites.
  • Customize existing themes while following WordPress coding standards.
  • Ensure websites are mobile-friendly, SEO-friendly, secure, and optimized for speed.
  • Integrate third-party APIs, CRMs, payment gateways, and marketing tools.
  • Troubleshoot website issues, bugs, and performance problems.
  • Implement website security best practices and perform regular updates.
  • Optimize Core Web Vitals and improve overall website performance.
  • Collaborate with designers, marketers, and project managers to deliver projects on time.
  • Manage website backups, migrations, staging environments, and deployments.
  • Maintain website documentation and version control.

Required Qualifications

  • 3+ years of professional experience in WordPress development.
  • Strong knowledge of PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery.
  • Experience developing custom WordPress themes and plugins.
  • Strong understanding of WordPress hooks, filters, REST API, and Gutenberg.
  • Experience with Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), Custom Post Types (CPT), and custom taxonomies.
  • Experience with Elementor, WPBakery, or other page builders.
  • Knowledge of WooCommerce customization.
  • Familiarity with Git version control.
  • Experience with website performance optimization and caching.
  • Understanding of website security and WordPress best practices.
  • Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

Required Skills

  • WordPress Development
  • PHP
  • MySQL
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript
  • jQuery
  • REST APIs
  • WooCommerce
  • Elementor
  • ACF
  • Git
  • Responsive Web Design
  • Website Performance Optimization
  • Website Security
  • SEO Fundamentals

Soft Skills

  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Good time management and prioritization.
  • Team player with a proactive mindset.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Applicants with strong portfolios demonstrating custom WordPress development, performance optimization, and clean coding practices will be given preference.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to the guidelines.