Summary:
As a WordPress Developer/Web Designer, you will play a crucial role in creating and maintaining visually stunning and user-friendly websites using WordPress, along with implementing custom designs and functionalities. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, creative design skills, and a passion for creating exceptional web experiences.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop custom WordPress websites from scratch, leveraging HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP to create responsive and visually appealing layouts.
- Customize and extend existing WordPress themes and plugins to meet project requirements and client specifications.
- Collaborate with the design team to translate design concepts into functional and interactive websites, ensuring a seamless user experience across all devices.
- Set up and configure WordPress installations, including theme installation, plugin activation, and database management.
- Create and update website content, pages, posts, and multimedia elements using the WordPress content management system (CMS).
- Optimize website performance, speed, and security through caching, compression, and other optimization techniques.
- Implement custom features, functionalities, and integrations using WordPress APIs, hooks, and third-party services.
- Integrate e-commerce platforms, payment gateways, CRM systems, and other third-party tools with WordPress websites as needed.
- Troubleshoot and debug issues related to WordPress core, themes, plugins, and custom code, ensuring compatibility and functionality.
- Ensure all websites and web pages are optimized for mobile responsiveness and compatibility across various devices and screen sizes.
- Test and debug responsive layouts to ensure consistent rendering and user experience across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Design, or related field.
- Proven experience in WordPress development and web design, with a strong portfolio showcasing custom WordPress websites and projects.
- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and MySQL, with experience working with WordPress themes, plugins, and APIs.
- Knowledge of web design principles, UX/UI best practices, and responsive design techniques.
- Familiarity with design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Sketch.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues independently.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including designers, developers, and project managers.