Job Description

Website Developer
Chennai, India
About the Job:
To build and maintain visually striking, high-performance WordPress websites that align with design specifications and business goals, while embedding AI tools and automation where applicable to streamline workflows, improve website performance, and increase scalability. This role requires the ability to effectively integrate AI tools into workflows to enhance decision-making, automation, and scalability of outcomes.
Your Impact:
Web Development & Design Execution

• Translate Figma mockups into fully functional, responsive WordPress websites using Elementor Pro.
• Customize themes and implement custom plugin integrations to meet business needs.
• Maintain alignment with branding, accessibility, and SEO best practices.

Website Management & Optimization

• Proactively update and maintain websites, ensuring uptime, security, and performance.
• Perform regular backups, implement performance optimizations, and manage hosting environments.

Handle website migrations, including DNS configuration and SMTP/email setup.
AI-Enabled Development

• Leverage basic AI tools (e.g., AI-assisted image editors, layout generators, or content rewriters) as directed by senior team members.
• Follow documented prompts and team-established workflows to complete common tasks (e.g., placeholder content generation, simple QA).
• Use AI-enhanced plugins or CMS features to support page building under guidance.

Learn how AI can support front-end development and contribute feedback on tool usability.
Seek coaching to develop foundational skills in prompt-based tools, automation plugins, or AI-integrated development environments.
Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with project managers, designers, and other developers to ensure alignment on timelines and deliverables.
• Provide clear, timely updates on project status and technical challenges.

What you bring to the table:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong experience in WordPress (custom theme/plugin development)
• Mastery of Elementor Pro and competent in Webflow and other page builders like Divi
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and familiarity with PHP
• Understanding of web hosting, server environments, and DNS/SMTP setup
• Exposure to Figma-to-WordPress translation workflows
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality
• Effective communicator in written and verbal formats
• Self-starter who can manage time and multiple projects independently
• Problem-solver with a passion for continual learning

AI & Automation Competencies

• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Copilot, Grammarly, image enhancement tools) used in team workflows.
• Ability to follow predefined prompts and documented AI workflows (e.g., AI-generated page sections, alt-text generation).
• Willingness to learn and apply basic AI-driven tools for layout suggestions, accessibility checks, or content draft generation.
• Openness to using team-approved workflow automation tools (e.g., pre-built Zapier templates, CMS auto-publishing tools) under supervision.
• Curious mindset toward how AI enhances development efficiency; asks questions and shares feedback for learning.

About Vendasta:
So what do we do? We create an entire platform full of digital products & solutions that help small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) have a stronger presence online through digital advertising, online listings, reputation management, website creation, social media marketing ... and much more! Our platform is used exclusively by channel partners, who sell products and services to SMBs, allowing them to leverage us to scale and grow their business. We are trusted by 65,000+ channel partners, serving over 6 million SMBs worldwide!
Perks:

• Stock options (as per policy)
• Benefits - Health insurance
• Term insurance
• Paid time offs
• Public transport reimbursement
• Flex days
• Training & Career Development - Professional development plans, leadership workshops, mentorship programs, and more!
• Free Snacks, hot beverages, and catered lunches on Fridays
• Culture - comprised of our core values: Drive, Innovation, Respect, and Agility
• Provident Fund