WordPress Developer
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours
Location: Remote (LATAM, South Africa, Philippines, Pakistan Preferred)
About the Role
We are hiring a skilled WordPress Developer to build, customize, optimize, and maintain high-performing WordPress websites for growing businesses.
This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technical WordPress expertise with a sharp eye for design, performance, SEO, and user experience. You will work closely with marketing, content, and design teams to develop websites that are visually polished, responsive, fast-loading, and conversion-focused.
The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling everything from custom page builds and plugin integrations to performance optimization and troubleshooting.
What You’ll OwnWordPress Development & Customization- Build and customize WordPress websites using Elementor, Divi, WPBakery, Gutenberg, or custom development
- Develop and maintain custom WordPress themes and child themes
- Create responsive landing pages, blogs, and website templates optimized for user experience and conversions
- Customize layouts and functionality using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP
Plugin Management & Integrations- Install, configure, and customize WordPress plugins such as WooCommerce, Yoast SEO, Contact Form 7, and Advanced Custom Fields
- Troubleshoot plugin conflicts and ensure compatibility across updates
- Extend site functionality through custom PHP development when required
- Integrate third-party tools, CRMs, analytics platforms, and marketing systems
Website Performance & SEO Optimization- Optimize website speed, Core Web Vitals, and overall site performance
- Implement caching, image optimization, lazy loading, CDN integration, and code minification
- Run audits using Google Lighthouse, GTmetrix, and PageSpeed Insights
- Apply SEO best practices including metadata, schema, heading structure, and mobile optimization
Website Maintenance & Security- Manage WordPress core, plugin, and theme updates
- Monitor website uptime, backups, and security protocols
- Implement security best practices using tools such as Wordfence, Sucuri, or iThemes Security
- Troubleshoot bugs, broken layouts, hosting issues, and website errors quickly and efficiently
Collaboration & Support- Work closely with marketing and design teams to launch campaigns and website updates
- Convert Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch designs into responsive WordPress pages
- Support non-technical team members with CMS-related updates and workflows
- Maintain organized staging environments, documentation, and deployment processes
What Makes You a Great Fit- You are highly skilled in WordPress development and troubleshooting
- You care about clean design, responsive layouts, and performance optimization
- You are detail-oriented and ensure websites are polished and error-free
- You understand both technical development and marketing-focused website execution
- You work independently while communicating clearly within remote teams
- You take ownership of website quality, stability, and user experience
Required Experience & Skills- 2+ years of professional WordPress development experience
- Strong proficiency in WordPress, PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Experience with Elementor, Divi, WPBakery, Gutenberg, or similar page builders
- Experience managing hosting environments such as WP Engine, SiteGround, Kinsta, or cPanel hosting
- Strong understanding of responsive design and cross-browser compatibility
- Familiarity with website speed optimization and technical SEO best practices
- Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills
Preferred Experience- WooCommerce development and e-commerce website experience
- Experience building or extending custom WordPress plugins
- Familiarity with Git workflows and staging/deployment environments
- Experience with APIs, CRM integrations, or marketing automation tools
- Background working with agencies, SaaS companies, or high-growth brands
What a Typical Day Looks Like
A WordPress Developer’s day revolves around building, optimizing, and maintaining websites that support marketing and business growth. You will:
- Review and resolve website support requests, bugs, or content updates
- Build and customize WordPress pages and templates from design files
- Optimize website speed, SEO, and mobile responsiveness
- Collaborate with marketing teams on landing pages and campaign launches
- Monitor website health, backups, and security updates
- Push updates through staging and deployment workflows while documenting changes
In short: you ensure websites are fast, secure, visually polished, user-friendly, and optimized for growth.
Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)- On-time delivery of website builds and updates
- Website load speeds consistently under 3 seconds
- Strong Core Web Vitals and Lighthouse performance scores
- Minimal website downtime and security issues
- Clean, responsive, and conversion-focused page implementation
- Positive feedback from marketing, design, and leadership teams
Interview Process- Initial Phone Screen
- Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
- Practical Assessment (Landing Page Build or Website Optimization Task)
- Client Interview
- Offer & Onboarding
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