JOB DESCRIPTION: WordPress BACKEND DEVELOPER

SUMMARY:

A WordPress backend developer is responsible for developing and maintaining the backend functionality of WordPress websites. This includes writing and modifying code in programming languages such as PHP, JavaScript, and CSS to create custom plugins, themes, and other features.

Responsibilities:
The specific job responsibilities of a WordPress backend developer may include the following:

• Collaborating with designers, front-end developers, and other stakeholders to create custom WordPress websites that meet client needs.
• Developing custom WordPress plugins and themes using PHP, JavaScript, and CSS.
• Ensuring that WordPress websites are scalable, secure, and performant by optimizing code and implementing best practices.
• Troubleshooting and debugging issues with WordPress websites, including identifying and resolving conflicts between plugins, themes, and other components.
• Managing WordPress website backups, updates, and security patches.
• Working with APIs and integrating third-party services into WordPress websites.
• Creating and managing databases, including MySQL, to store website data.
• Testing and verifying the functionality of WordPress websites across multiple devices and browsers.

Requirement:
To be successful as a WordPress backend developer, one must have in-depth knowledge of PHP and WordPress development, strong problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. They should also be familiar with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and Ajax. Additionally, experience with version control systems like Git and familiarity with web hosting environments and server configurations are essential. Knowledge of other CMS platforms such as Shopify, Drupal, Joomla, or Magento, Squarespace, and Wix".
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related disciplines (MIS, Web Development, etc.)

Experience: Must have 2-4 years of proven work experience.

Job Type: Full-time
Shift Availability: Night Shift

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have knowledge of Shopify if yes give a little detail.

Experience:

• wordpress, PHP: 1 year (Required)
• Making custom plugins and theme: 1 year (Required)
• PHP: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person