Job Description

About This Role

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Join our dynamic and innovative team as a Mid-Level Backend Developer and embark on an exciting journey of transforming a billion-dollar startup into a cutting-edge micro-services domain-driven design powerhouse. As a key member of our engineering team, you will help build scalable, high-performance websites and applications while working with a range of modern web technologies. As a key member of our engineering team, you will ensure that our platforms are robust, secure, and ready to handle increasing traffic and new features.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain WordPress themes and plugins. Customize WordPress solutions to meet business needs, including developing custom post types, taxonomies, and shortcodes. Lead the implementation of WordPress features and projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions. Manage DNS configurations and ensure proper domain routing for WordPress-based sites. Experience with WPEngine is a plus, including performance optimization and environment management. Participate in architectural discussions, providing insights on WordPress scalability and security. Mentor junior developers, providing technical guidance and support as needed. Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices, maintainability, and performance optimization. Work closely with designers and frontend developers to integrate WordPress backend logic with custom themes and user interfaces. Develop and optimize database queries for WordPress (MySQL), ensuring performance and scalability. Troubleshoot and debug complex WordPress issues, providing timely resolutions and root cause analysis. Write comprehensive unit tests to ensure code quality and maintainability. Adhere to industry best practices, including SOLID principles, for maintainable and scalable WordPress solutions. Stay updated with emerging WordPress technologies, recommending best practices and tools. Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Required Skills:

3-5 years of experience in WordPress development, including theme and plugin development. Strong understanding of PHP and the WordPress ecosystem. Experience with DNS management and domain configurations. Proficiency in MySQL and experience optimizing WordPress database performance. Familiarity with RESTful API development and integration within WordPress. Knowledge of version control using Git. Familiarity with Agile methodologies or similar development processes. Ability to mentor junior developers.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with managed WordPress hosting environments, particularly WPEngine. Knowledge of WordPress security best practices. Experience with performance optimization techniques for WordPress (e.g., caching, lazy loading). Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or Google Cloud, particularly for WordPress hosting. Understanding of containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes) as they relate to WordPress environments. Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) for WordPress theme customization. I've worked at several sized consultancies in my career. To me, Bounteous feels like the perfect mix. It has the influence, reach and opportunity that I feel encompasses a large enterprise. Yet, it's open, adaptive and individual-focused, that of which I often resonate with a smaller boutique.

Rhoben Cabangbang

SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER

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Benefits & Perks

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Join our fast-growing company and take advantage of our competitive benefits and career development opportunities. Stay balanced with our health & wellness perks, collaborative culture, and flexible working options.

Award-Winning Culture

Fostering a rich and diverse work environment that fuels creativity, collaboration, and a deep sense of belonging.

Professional Growth Opportunities

Offering personal and professional development opportunities, on the job mentoring from in-house experts, and assistance for ongoing learning.

Competitive Benefits

Supporting benefit choices that include personal and family needs.

World-Class, Fortune 500 Engagements

Transforming experiences and improving business outcomes for global brands.

Flexible Working

Choose to work from home, work at the office, or go hybrid. Coordinate with clients and teams across time zones to support your personal preferences.

Giving Back to Our Community

Be an active part of our corporate social responsibility programs. Together, we can make our community better.