WordPress Developer

The Company:

I’m currently recruiting for a digital agency who are looking for a talented WordPress developer to join their team on a hybrid basis. They are based in Winchester and have been delivering integrated marketing campaigns for over 15 years. They focus on delivering award-winning, multichannel marketing solutions across both digital and traditional media channels.

Responsibilities:

• Develop custom WordPress plugins and themes to meet project requirements.
• Collaborate with the creative director, digital director, and development team to translate design concepts into functional websites and applications.
• Provide regular project status updates to account managers, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Conduct code reviews, technical appraisals, and performance monitoring to maintain high standards of quality.
• Test, debug, and validate code to ensure functionality across various devices and browsers.
• Adhere to UX/UI principles to enhance user experience and interface design.
• Work independently and as part of a team to achieve project objectives.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of commercial experience in:

• Custom WordPress plugin development.
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and Sass.
• Strong PHP and MySQL skills.
• Experience with Grunt/Gulp and RESTful APIs.
• Building and maintaining responsive websites.
• Familiarity with Jenkins or GitLab.
• Experience with Vue, React, or Angular JS.

• Excellent testing, debugging, and validation skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Advantages (but not essential):

• Experience with Vue, React, or Angular JS.
• Knowledge of Laravel or Symfony frameworks.
• Bash shell scripting proficiency.
• Technical SEO expertise.
• Experience with Ubuntu and RedHat servers.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.