Job Description

We are looking for a skilled WordPress Developer with strong experience in building custom plugins, themes, and templates from scratch. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of the WordPress ecosystem, PHP, front-end technologies, and modern development practices. You'll be responsible for developing scalable, high-performance WordPress solutions tailored to client requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain custom WordPress plugins and themes/templates adhering to coding standards. Integrate REST APIs, third-party services, and external data sources. Optimize website performance, page load speed, and SEO structure. Implement responsive, mobile-first designs with a strong focus on UI/UX. Customize and extend existing plugins/themes based on project needs. Collaborate with designers, backend developers, and QA teams to ensure seamless functionality. Conduct regular code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting of WordPress issues. Ensure website security, stability, and scalability. Stay updated with the latest WordPress updates, trends, and best practices.

Required Skills:

Strong proficiency in PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery. Expertise in WordPress core, plugin architecture, and theme development. Hands-on experience with Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), Elementor. Familiarity with WordPress REST API and custom post types. Experience in Git version control, CI/CD pipelines, and local development environments (e.g., Docker, LocalWP). Knowledge of security best practices, performance optimization, and cross-browser compatibility. Experience integrating payment gateways, email automation, and CRM tools is a plus. Good Experience on Resolving Core Web Vitals and Page Speed.

Good to Have:

Experience with WooCommerce or other WordPress-based eCommerce platforms. Familiarity with modern front-end frameworks (React, Vue.js) for WordPress headless setups. Understanding of SEO, accessibility standards, and web analytics tools. Exposure to deployment on AWS, GCP, or cPanel-based servers.

About Us:

TechAhead is a global digital transformation company with a strong presence in the USA and India. We specialize in AI-first product design thinking and bespoke development solutions. With over 15 years of proven expertise, we have partnered with Fortune 500 companies and leading global brands to drive digital innovation and deliver excellence. At TechAhead, we are committed to continuous learning, growth and crafting tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients.

Join us to shape the future of digital innovation worldwide and drive impactful results with cutting-edge AI tools and strategies!