Job Description

Kolkata (Onsite)

About the role

We are looking for a

WordPress Engineer

to manage and evolve our WordPress

infrastructure. You will be responsible for backend development, optimization,

custom plugin and theme creation, and system-level integration. While a

dedicated design team handles page-building and UI, your role focuses on

performance, structure, and backend logic. Experience with frontend frameworks

and some exposure to Express.js is desirable.

Key responsibilities

Build and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performance WordPress sites. Develop and customize themes and plugins to meet business needs Implement and manage advanced form functionality and integrations. Optimize site performance (database queries, caching, asset delivery, etc.). Ensure code quality, reusability, and proper documentation. Support the design team by enabling backend functionalities for the pages they build. Integrate third-party APIs and Express. js-based services where needed. Manage site deployments, staging environments, and production releases. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across plugins, integrations, and code.

Core skills and experience

Deep expertise in

WordPress backend development

, hooks, filters, and architecture. Strong experience with

custom plugin and theme development

. Solid understanding of

HTML, CSS, JavaScript

, and

jQuery

. Hands-on experience with

Bootstrap

and frontend frameworks. Familiar with

page builders

like Elementor or WPBakery (for integration purposes). Experience with

form tools

(HubSpot Forms, WPForms, Contact Form 7, etc.). Experience with

REST API, AJAX

, and

JSON

. Competent with

Git

and structured deployment processes.

Nice to have

Basic DevOps knowledge (e.g., CI/CD, server tuning, cloud hosting). Knowledge of WordPress security best practices. Experience with headless or decoupled WordPress environments. SEO integration (technical level only, not content). Familiarity with basic

Express.js

and backend API consumption.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline (or
equivalent practical experience).
2-5 years of experience as a WordPress Engineer or in a similar technical role.

Working at BuyerForesight(TM)

Paid time off
Five-day work week
Continuous learning
Premium Laptop
Fast-Paced Environment
Open Communication