16570 Web Developer

Web Developer Status: Remote | Full-time ( 6mos project based)

Role Objective

The Web Developer is responsible for building, customizing, and maintaining professional WordPress websites, converting design mockups into fully responsive, high-performing solutions.

The role includes developing themes and plugins, managing WooCommerce functionality, optimizing for SEO, performance, and security, and ensuring smooth staging and deployment processes.

Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, the developer applies best practices in clean coding, version control, documentation, and plugin governance, while leveraging Generative AI tools to improve efficiency and streamline development workflows.

• Build, customise, and maintain WordPress site to a high professional standard.
• Convert Figma/Adobe XD/Photoshop mockups into fully responsive websites.
• Develop and customise WordPress themes and plugins as required.
• Use WordPress page builders (Elementor, WPBakery, Gutenberg) for efficient project delivery.
• Ensure websites are optimised for performance, SEO, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues including bugs, plugin conflicts, and security vulnerabilities.
• Maintain and optimise WooCommerce functionality including checkout flows, payment gateways, shipping rules, and product configurations.
• Manage staging, testing, and deployment workflows to ensure zero disruption to live customers.
• Apply Generative AI tools to:

• Collaborate with designers, content creators, and marketing teams to deliver project goals.
• Follow best practices in web development, including clean code and version control (Git).
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and a structured website handbook for internal reference.
• Implement a long-term plugin governance strategy to minimise instability caused by auto-updates or abandoned plugins.

• Minimum 5 years of professional web development experience with a strong focus on WordPress & WooCommerce development.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver responsive WordPress websites from Figma designs.
• A strong portfolio showcasing WordPress builds, responsive design projects, and theme customization.
• Experience with WordPress page builders (Elementor, WPBakery, Gutenberg).
• Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
• Proficiency in using Generative AI tools for development, content, and design workflows.
• Familiarity with SEO optimisation and website performance improvements.
• Experience with WordPress security, maintenance, and updates.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams and contributing effectively within structured project management environments.
• Awareness of the trade industry and its digital needs is an advantage.
• Strong experience with WooCommerce architecture, database structure, hooks, filters, and custom checkout flows.
• Experience maintaining and refactoring legacy custom code while ensuring scalability and upgrade compatibility.
• Proven experience working with established B2B and B2C e-commerce brands, with a strong understanding of educational value-driven content strategies and conversion-optimized website structures.
• Familiarity with Firebase and database/hosting is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

•  Proficiency with JavaScript and PHP for advanced customisation.
• Familiarity with Git/version control.
• Knowledge of WCAG accessibility standards and ARIA implementation.
• Experience with Google Analytics, Tag Manager, and tracking integrations.
• Creativity in applying AI-driven solutions for automation, design, and development efficiency.
• Experience integrating third-party APIs, CRMs, ERP systems, or inventory management tools with WooCommerce. Experience with website speed optimization tools (e.g., caching systems, CDN setup, database optimization).