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WordPress Engineer

Description

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We are looking for a talented and experienced WordPress Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a WordPress Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining custom WordPress websites and plugins that meet our clients’ needs and industry standards. You will collaborate closely with designers, project managers, and other developers to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions. Your role will involve both front-end and back-end development, including custom theme and plugin creation, troubleshooting, performance optimization, and integration with third-party APIs and services. You should have a deep understanding of WordPress core, PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and MySQL, as well as experience with modern development tools and workflows. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, deployment processes, and best practices for website security and SEO is essential. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering exceptional digital experiences. You will also be expected to stay up-to-date with the latest WordPress trends, updates, and technologies, and to contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes. If you are a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working on a variety of projects, we encourage you to apply and become a key member of our innovative team.

Responsibilities

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  • Develop, customize, and maintain WordPress themes and plugins.
  • Collaborate with designers and project managers to deliver client requirements.
  • Optimize website performance, security, and scalability.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve website issues and bugs.
  • Integrate third-party APIs and services as needed.
  • Implement responsive and accessible front-end designs.
  • Maintain documentation for code and processes.
  • Stay current with WordPress updates, trends, and best practices.
  • Participate in code reviews and team meetings.
  • Support website migrations and deployments.

Requirements

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  • Proven experience as a WordPress developer or engineer.
  • Strong knowledge of PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and MySQL.
  • Experience with custom theme and plugin development.
  • Familiarity with Git and version control workflows.
  • Understanding of website security and SEO best practices.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex issues.
  • Experience with REST APIs and third-party integrations.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.

Potential interview questions

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  • How many years of experience do you have with WordPress development?
  • Can you provide examples of custom themes or plugins you have built?
  • What is your approach to optimizing website performance?
  • Describe your experience with integrating third-party APIs.
  • How do you ensure website security in your projects?
  • Are you comfortable working with both front-end and back-end technologies?
  • What development tools and workflows do you prefer?
  • How do you stay updated with the latest WordPress trends?
  • Describe a challenging WordPress project you have completed.
  • Are you familiar with deployment and migration processes?