WordPress Developer

Falcon Consulting

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Designing and implementing WordPress-based websites from scratch or customizing existing themes and plugins to meet project requirements.
Collaborating closely with designers, content creators, and other developers to translate design concepts into fully functional websites.
Optimizing website performance, ensuring fast loading times, and implementing SEO best practices.
Troubleshooting and resolving issues with existing WordPress sites, including debugging code and addressing compatibility issues.
Staying updated on the latest WordPress trends, tools, and technologies to improve our development processes and deliver innovative solutions continuously.
Providing technical guidance and mentoring junior members of the development team.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Experience: 3-5 years of experience in WordPress development, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality projects.
Project Management: Experience with agile project management and workflow tools such as Jira, Asana, Trello, or similar.
Version Control: Proficiency in using Git or other version control systems.

Competencies:

Technical Skills: Proficiency in WordPress development, including PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and MySQL. Experience with custom theme and plugin development is essential.
Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions, both independently and as part of a team.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Teamwork and Leadership: Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and lead development projects from inception to completion.
Time Management: Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and technologies, with a proactive approach to learning new skills.
Continuous Learning: Commitment to staying updated on industry trends and best practices through self-learning and professional development.
User-Centric: Deep understanding of user experience principles and a passion for creating intuitive and engaging digital experiences.
Fluency in English: Proficiency in written and spoken English, with the ability to effectively communicate with international team members and clients.
Flexibility in Work Schedule: Willingness to work flexible hours as needed to accommodate project deadlines and collaborate with global team members.