{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"2a814307fb65f526e26f02b2","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2a814307fb65f526e26f02b2","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2a814307fb65f526e26f02b2","title":"Sr. WordPress Developer","description":"About UpcraftWe’re a small web development agency specializing in custom WordPress sites and managed service packages. We build modern, performant websites with clean design and handle ongoing maintenance, updates, security, and feature development for our clients. We work with enterprise clients and mid sized businesses who value quality.The RoleWe’re looking for an experienced WordPress developer who can take ownership of technical decisions, advise on architecture, and deliver clean code without much oversight. This is a 15 to 20 hr/week position (potential to grow) where you’ll be a technical partner, not just someone executing tasks. You’ll work directly with our team to build custom WordPress sites, implement new features for existing clients, and make smart decisions about plugins, infrastructure, and best practices.What You'll DoBuild custom WordPress sites from scratch using modern development practicesArchitect solutions for client feature requests and advise on the best approachEvaluate and recommend plugins, themes, and infrastructure for projectsWrite clean, maintainable PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScriptOptimize sites for performance, security, and scalabilityTroubleshoot and debug issues on existing client sitesCollaborate with our team on technical strategy and project planningOccasionally jump into client communication to explain technical recommendationsJob Requirements6 to 8+ years of hands on WordPress development experienceDeep knowledge of WordPress core, themes, plugins, and the ecosystemStrong PHP skills and understanding of WordPress coding standardsStrong JavaScript skillsExperience with modern WordPress (Gutenberg, block development, REST API)Comfortable with ACF, Gravity Forms, WooCommerce, and other common pluginsKnowledge of performance optimization, caching, and security best practicesFamiliarity with version control (Git) and local development environmentsExperience with managed WordPress hosting platforms (WP Engine, Pantheon, or similar)Ability to make architectural decisions and explain tradeoffs clearlySelf directed and able to work independentlyBonus PointsExperience with marketing automation platforms (Marketo, HubSpot, Pardot)Front-end framework experience (React, Vue)Design sensibility and attention to detailAEO best practicesAgency experienceLogisticsPart-time: 15-20 hours per weekRemote (must overlap with PST business hours for collaboration)Rate: $40-60/hr depending on experienceFlexible schedule, but we need consistent availability for client projectsTo ApplyPlease fill out the form here:https://forms.gle/kD29YZnmCweQgJ97AThis is a remote, part-time position with lots of opportunity to grow. 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