Full Stack Wordpress Developer (5-7 yrs)

SEARCHSPRING :

Searchspring provides e-commerce retailers with the industry-leading software platform for site search, product merchandising, and personalization. With offices in San Antonio, Denver, Colorado Springs, Portland, Toronto, and remote locations across the globe, Searchspring employees are dedicated to fostering an environment that enables everyone to thrive, both personally and professionally, and feel supported, engaged, and valued, every step of the way.

Backed by a growth equity firm with extensive resources and expertise in helping software and technology companies navigate transformational growth, Searchspring helps our customers, like PuraVida, Fabletics, SKIMS, West Elm, Specialized, and RipCurl increase cart size, conversion, and repeat customers.

Join us as we change the way the world shops online and achieve our mission to deliver the ultimate shopper experience.

About our investor : PSG Equity

Technical Skills :

Front-End Development :

- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

- Experience with front-end frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js

- Understanding of responsive design principles

- Familiarity with code editors and basic design tools

Back-End Development :

- Strong command of PHP

- Proficiency in MySQL and SQL

- Experience with API integration

- Knowledge of security best practices and common vulnerabilities

- Proficiency in using Git for version control

WordPress-Specific Knowledge :

- Deep understanding of WordPress core, including its architecture and template hierarchy

- Proficiency in creating custom themes and plugins

- Familiarity with the Gutenberg editor and its API

- Experience with debugging and testing techniques

- Knowledge of site speed optimization techniques

Experience and Education :

- Years of Experience : 5 years of experience required in WordPress development, considering both front-end and back-end development.

- Project Portfolio : Portfolio of previous WordPress projects to assess the candidate's skills and experience.

Soft Skills :

- Communication : Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

- Problem-Solving : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues effectively.

- Teamwork : Ability to collaborate effectively with designers, content creators, and other developers.

- Time Management : Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

- Client Needs Understanding : Ability to actively listen to stakeholders and translate their business objectives into functional website features.

- Marketing Awareness : Basic understanding of marketing principles and how they relate to website development, including SEO and user experience.

Staying Ahead of the Curve :

- Artificial Intelligence (AI) : Awareness of AI integration in WordPress and the ability to utilize AI tools.

- Core Web Vitals : Understanding of Google's Core Web Vitals and how to optimize websites for better performance.

- Low-Code/No-Code Development : Familiarity with low-code/no-code platforms and their potential impact on WordPress development.