We are seeking an experienced WordPress Developer with 3 to 5 years of professional experience in custom theme and plugin development, website performance optimization, server management, and managed hosting environments. This role demands proficiency in both block themes and custom page builders. You will be responsible for the entire development lifecycle, from backend/server configuration to front-end user experience.
Key Responsibilities
Custom Theme & Plugin Development:
Design, develop, and maintain custom WordPress themes and plugins tailored to specific client requirements.
Block Themes & Custom Builders:
Work confidently across both modern WordPress block themes (Full Site Editing) and popular page builders (e.g., Elementor, WPBakery, Oxygen).
Website Performance Optimization:
Ensure high website performance and speed through effective code, image optimization,
caching strategies, and database management.
Server & Hosting Management:
Manage and configure server environments (preferably in managed hosting infrastructures such as Kinsta, WP Engine, SiteGround, etc.), oversee deployment pipelines, regular backups, SSL installations, and security monitoring.
Troubleshooting & Support:
Diagnose issues, debug code, resolve server errors or plugin/theme conflicts, and perform
routine site maintenance.
Key Requirements
3 to 5 years of proven experience as a WordPress Developer.
Strong proficiency in PHP, WordPress core, JavaScript (including familiarity with React
for Gutenberg blocks), HTML5, and CSS3.
Demonstrable experience building and customizing WordPress themes and plugins from
scratch.
In-depth knowledge of both block-based (FSE) and classic builder-based theme
systems.
Familiarity with managed WordPress hosting providers and their control panels.
Understanding of web security best practices (SSL, malware scans, permissions, etc.).
Experience optimizing site speed using tools such as GTmetrix, Google PageSpeed
Insights, and WebPageTest.
Ability to manage domains, DNS, SSL certificates, and staging environments.
Solid grasp of version control systems (Git preferred).
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications (Good to Have)
Experience with content migration, multisite installations, and WordPress REST API.
Knowledge of CI/CD tools for WordPress.
Experience working on React and Next.js projects (Headless WordPress / Front-end
Development).
Strong communication and documentation skills.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
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+91 9037924644
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