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WordPress developer

Pty
Full-time
Remote
South Africa
WordPress Development

Introduction

Are you a WordPress Developer who prefers writing custom parts over assembling pre-made ones? We value the craft of development. We’re looking for a seasoned pro (4+ years) who is the 'Oracle' of all things WordPress and WooCommerce. From complex API integrations to pixel-perfect custom themes, you’ll be the technical backbone of our digital projects. If you are methodical, self-driven, and looking for a team that respects elegant code as much as you do, we’re ready for you to step up to the plate.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Technical Scoping & Architecture

  • The WordPress Oracle: Act as the primary technical lead for all WordPress projects, from initial scoping and planning to final implementation.

  • Architecture Design: Map out complex site structures and database logic to ensure scalability and performance.

 

2. Custom Development (Building from Scratch)

  • Custom Themes & Plugins: Develop bespoke WordPress themes and plugins tailored to specific client needs—no "marketplace assembly" allowed.

  • WooCommerce Engineering: Bend WooCommerce to your will, creating seamless, high-converting e-commerce experiences.

  • API Integrations: Build and manage custom API integrations (REST, JSON) that connect WordPress to the wider digital ecosystem.

 

3. Performance & SEO Optimization

  • Speed & Functionality: Write clean, efficient code to ensure lightning-fast load times.

  • Search Engine Ready: Structure sites so that search engines "roll out the red carpet" for our clients' content.

 

4. Maintenance & Quality Control

  • Proactive QA: Perform rigorous testing and bug fixes before projects go live, ensuring a "zero-defect" launch.

  • Site Health: Oversee ongoing website maintenance, security updates, and troubleshooting to keep platforms running smoothly.

  • Database Management: Manage MySQL databases and optimize hosting environments (cPanel, WHM, sFTP).

 

5. Technical Support & Collaboration

  • Digital Spirit Guide: Occasionally lead clients through their CMS, teaching them how to manage their content with confidence.

  • Version Control: Manage code repositories using Git, ensuring clean merges and organized documentation.

  • Collaborative Problem Solving: Work alongside designers and account managers to ensure the technical vision aligns with the creative one.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Technical Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum 4+ years of professional experience in WordPress development (Agency experience preferred).

  • WordPress Core: Expert-level knowledge of WordPress internals, including custom themes, plugin development, functions, and hooks.

  • E-commerce: Solid experience building and customizing WooCommerce environments.

  • The Languages: High proficiency in the "usual suspects": PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery.

  • Data & Integration: Proven experience with API integrations (REST, JSON) and MySQL database management.

  • Version Control: Proficiency with Git (merging branches without losing your cool).

  • Hosting & DevOps: Working knowledge of hosting environments, specifically cPanel, WHM, Plesk, and sFTP.

 

Education & Portfolio

  • Portfolio: A comprehensive portfolio or GitHub link demonstrating custom-built sites, plugins, or complex integrations is mandatory.

  • Education: A degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is advantageous, but we value proven skills and shipped code above all else.

 

Preferred (The "Bonus" Points)

  • Linux Mastery: Ability to wield Linux like a medieval swordsmith.

  • Design Savvy: Basic competency in Photoshop (or equivalent) for image resizing and web optimization.

  • SEO Best Practices: Understanding of technical SEO from a developer’s perspective.

 

Soft Skills & Attributes (The "Ideal You")

  • Logical Thinker: You approach problems methodically and understand the "why" behind website architecture.

  • Detail-Oriented: You have a "one-pixel-off" radar; tiny misalignments genuinely bother you.

  • Reliable & Disciplined: You are self-driven and can manage your time effectively to hit deadlines without constant hand-holding.

  • Great Communicator: You speak and write like a human (clear, professional, and grammatically correct).

Package & Remuneration

TBD

Interested?