We’re looking for a skilled and adaptable WordPress/CMS Engineer with solid experience in website development.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and maintain custom WordPress websites, plugins, and backend features
- Collaborate with the design team to ensure technical feasibility and execution of creative ideas
- Provide estimates and work towards meeting deadlines.
- Customize and extend WordPress functionality through custom plugins and themes
- Optimize backend performance and implement best practices for scalability and security
- Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks
- Communicate proactively about technical challenges, risks, and solutions
- Integrate third-party APIs and systems as needed
- Ensure websites follow SEO and accessibility best practices on the backend
Required skills and qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience with WordPress backend development, PHP, and MySQL
- Proficiency in creating custom WordPress themes and plugins from scratch
- Strong understanding of WordPress REST API, ACF (Advanced Custom Fields), WP-CLI, and custom post types
- Familiarity with version control tools such as Git
- Experience with WooCommerce
- Solid knowledge of website performance optimization and security best practices
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Excellent English speaking and writing skills
Preferred (nice to have) qualifications:
- Proficiency in front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive design.
- Understanding of SEO best practices and website performance optimization.
- Experience integrating third-party tools and APIs.
- Knowledge of Headless CMS technologies and JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js).
We offer:
- Maximum flexibility;
- Professional trainings, conferences and certifications;
- Corporate events and benefits;
- Professional literature;
- English courses;
- Discount program.
If you are interested, please let us know job@zfort.com