Senior WordPress Developer

Job Description

Role Overview: We're seeking a Senior WordPress Developer with strong expertise in converting Figma designs into high-quality, custom WordPress themes. You’ll be responsible for building scalable, performance-optimized websites using best-in-class development practices. This is a hands-on coding role that requires fluency in both frontend and backend WordPress development. Key Responsibilities: Convert Figma designs into pixel-perfect, responsive, and W3C-compliant WordPress themes. Develop custom Gutenberg blocks and ACF-based components. Build and maintain reusable theme frameworks for performance and scalability. Implement clean, semantic HTML, SCSS, and modern JavaScript (ES6+). Optimize websites for speed (Core Web Vitals) and accessibility (WCAG 2.1 AA). Integrate 3rd-party APIs and custom plugins as needed. Perform code reviews, maintain version control (Git), and enforce coding standards. Collaborate with designers, project managers, and QA for seamless delivery. Required Skills & Experience: 4+ years of professional WordPress development experience. Deep understanding of WordPress theme architecture and the template hierarchy. Strong experience converting Figma (or Sketch/XD) designs into custom themes. Proficient with PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3, SCSS, JavaScript. Experience with Gutenberg, ACF Pro, and custom post types. Familiarity with Webpack, Gulp, or similar build tools. Strong Git workflow knowledge (feature branches, pull requests). Understanding of SEO best practices, performance tuning, and security. Bonus Points: Experience with WooCommerce. Knowledge of headless WordPress (e.g., using REST API or GraphQL). Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation. Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to ₹30,000.00 per month Benefits: Leave encashment Paid time off Schedule: Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: Overtime pay Performance bonus Yearly bonus Ability to commute/relocate: Kazhakoottam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: WordPress: 2 years (Required) Language: Malayalam (Required) Work Location: In person