Wordpress Developer

Job description

**About Position:** We are seeking an experienced Full Stack WordPress Developer to join our dynamic development team. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in WordPress development, including WordPress VIP, and a proven track record of building scalable, high-performance web applications that deliver exceptional user experiences. - **Role: WordPress Developer** - **Location: Chennai** - **Experience: 8 to 12 Years** - **Job Type: Full-Time Employment** **What You'll Do:** - Develop and maintain custom WordPress themes and plugins using modern PHP, JavaScript, and CSS frameworks to meet specific business requirements and design specifications Build and optimize WordPress VIP applications ensuring enterprise-level performance, scalability, and adherence to VIP coding standards and best practices - Design and implement RESTful APIs and integrations to connect WordPress with third-party services, external databases, and custom applications - Create responsive, accessible front-end interfaces using HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue.js) that provide seamless user experiences across all devices - Optimize website performance and database queries through caching strategies, code optimization, CDN integration, and MySQL tuning to ensure fast load times and efficient resource usage Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Git version control, automated testing, and deployment workflows to streamline development processes and ensure code quality - Develop headless/decoupled WordPress solutions leveraging WordPress as a content management system with modern front-end frameworks for enhanced flexibility and performance - Ensure website security and compliance by implementing security best practices, conducting regular audits, applying patches, and following OWASP standards - Collaborate with designers, project managers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications and deliver solutions that align with project goals - Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across the full stack, providing ongoing maintenance, updates, and support for existing WordPress applications and infrastructure **Expertise You'll Bring:** - The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in WordPress development, including WordPress VIP, and a proven track record of building scalable, high-performance web applications that deliver exceptional user experiences. - This role requires strong full stack capabilities, encompassing both front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, modern frameworks) and back-end development (advanced PHP, MySQL, RESTful APIs). - The successful candidate will be proficient in custom theme and plugin development, performance optimization, and modern DevOps practices including Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployments. - Experience with headless WordPress architectures and a solid understanding of web security best practices are essential. - Strong experience in React.js development **Benefits:** - Competitive salary and benefits package - Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications - Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies - Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards - Annual health check-ups - Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents **Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:** Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds. - We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles. - Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities. - If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment **Let’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers** ***“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”***