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WordPress Back-End Developer

RunRemote
Full-time
Remote
Philippines
$3,000 - $4,000 AUD monthly
Backend Development

Looking for candidates from the Philippines ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ญ
Position: WordPress Back-End Developer
Work hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Brisbane Time
Compensation range: AU$3,000 - AU$4,000/month


Atย RunRemoteย our mission is to help connect the top-rated remote talent with the world's best job opportunities. Our key markets and clients are located in the US, AUS, UK & Canada just to name a few. All of our roles areย full-timeย andย 100% remote,ย cutting out the daily commute, and providing top-rated talent with the best job opportunities all from the comfort of their home.ย 

About our client
Our client is a Brisbane-based web design and digital marketing agency known for delivering high-quality work, maintaining strong client relationships, and fostering a vibrant team culture. They value collaboration, excellence, and a sense of fun in everything they do. The management team is approachable, supportive, and genuinely committed to helping you grow and succeed. Youโ€™ll be joining a team that truly caresโ€”about the work they do and about each other.

About the role
Our client is on the lookout for a talented and experiencedย WordPress Back-End Developer to join their team. In this role, you'll bring your solid skills in PHP, JavaScript, MySQL, and HTML/CSS to tackle a wide range of technical tasks. From building custom themes and plugins to optimizing performance and ensuring seamless user experiences, you'll play a key part in shaping the digital presence of their projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Build, maintain, and optimize custom WordPress plugins and themes.
  • Launch new WordPress websites and implement custom functionality.
  • Diagnose and resolve WordPress issues, including plugin conflicts, hosting problems, and other technical challenges, while recommending practical solutions.
  • Work with PHP to debug existing code and develop new functionality.
  • Develop and manage custom API and third-party integrations using PHP and JavaScript.
  • Collaborate with SEO and project teams to implement technical SEO fixes, improve site speed, and integrate structured data (schema).
  • Advise internal teams on best development practices and integration approaches, and escalate issues when necessary.
  • Maintain a strong focus on performance, reliability, and scalable solutions.

Requirements:

  • ย At leastย 3โ€“5 years of experience in WordPress back-end development.
  • Highly proficient inย PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and MySQL.
  • Proven experience in full-stack WordPress Development with emphasis on the back-end.
  • Strong communicator with excellent spoken and written English.
  • Personable, dependable, and a collaborative team player.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with diverse technical challenges.
  • Enjoys problem-solving, troubleshooting, and crafting clean, efficient code.
  • Familiarity with site speed optimization, structured data/schema, and hosting diagnostics.ย 


Benefits:

  • AU$50 Internet Allowance
  • AU$50 HMO allowance
  • 20 days Paid Time Off