CMS Developer - WordPress

Job Title: CMS Developer - WordPress
Reports To: Director of Software Development
Location: Hybrid
Type: Full-time

About Clevyr

At Clevyr, we build custom software that saves people time, money, and frustration. Since 2009, we’ve partnered with small businesses and enterprise organizations to create intelligent platforms, seamless integrations, and AI-driven tools across various industries, including education, healthcare, government, and enterprise services.

Position Summary
As a CMS Developer - WordPress, you will be responsible for building, enhancing, and maintaining WordPress-based websites and applications for our clients. You will work closely with designers, project managers, and fellow developers to deliver reliable, performant, and user-friendly solutions.

This is a mid-level role for a developer who is comfortable owning features and implementations, understands WordPress best practices, and is motivated to continue growing their technical depth while contributing to high-quality client outcomes. You are passionate about understanding the business context for features built to drive better customer experience and adoption.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, customize, and maintain WordPress themes and plugins in accordance with established coding standards and best practices.
• Translate design concepts and business requirements into functional, responsive WordPress solutions.
• Build and maintain custom WordPress functionality using PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Work effectively with WordPress in containerized environments (Docker).
• Ensure performance, security, accessibility, and scalability across all WordPress implementations.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues in both development and production environments.
• Integrate WordPress sites with third-party tools, APIs, and services as needed.
• Optimize websites and CMS systems for performance, speed, and scalability.
• Collaborate closely with designers, project managers, and other developers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to shared development standards and documentation.
• Communicate technical considerations, risks, and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Work with stakeholders across marketing, sales, and customer service to gather requirements.
• Support ongoing maintenance, enhancements, and updates for existing client websites.
• Comply with coding standards and technical design through clear documentation.
• Ensure unit and integration level verification plans are in place and adhere to high-quality code standards at all times.
• Actively participate in troubleshooting, debugging, and updating current live systems.
• Verify user feedback in making systems more stable and easy to use.
• Other tasks as assigned
  

Skills & Qualifications

Required:

• 2+ years of professional WordPress development experience.
• Strong proficiency in PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript & React.
• Experience building and maintaining custom WordPress themes and plugins.
• Working knowledge of MySQL/MariaDB and WordPress data structures.
• Experience working with WordPress in containerized environments (Docker).
• Experience with page builders such as Gutenberg, Elementor, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with responsive design, accessibility standards, and performance optimization.
• Experience working across the full development lifecycle, from requirements through deployment.
• Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Knowledgeable in data structures and algorithms.
• Ability to interpret wireframes and mockups.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and professionally.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice to have:

• HubSpot knowledge and certifications (HubSpot CMS, HubSpot APIs, platform capabilities).
• Experience with the Hubl language for HubSpot development.
• Current HubSpot certification(s).
• Familiarity with REST APIs and third-party integrations.
• Understanding of SEO best practices and site performance optimization.
• Prior experience in an agency or client-facing development environment.
• Exposure to cloud-based hosting environments or managed WordPress platforms (AWS, Azure, Google, OpenStack).
• Experience with front-end frameworks like React or Vue.
• Strong understanding of PHP frameworks, with a focus on Laravel.
• Knowledge of SEO best practices and digital marketing principles.
• Understanding of UX/UI design principles.
• Experience with open-source projects.
• Experience in designing interactive applications.
• Experience integrating with Marketing Technology solutions.

Minimum Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, employees are routinely required to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Employees are regularly required to move around the home or company offices to attend business meetings and other company gatherings.
• Ability to audibly communicate within an office environment and to utilize text-based communication via business devices.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus onto computer screens for extended periods of time.
• Cognitive workplace responsibilities may require intense concentration, personal and professional patience, and rapid recall of technical knowledge.
• The employee may occasionally be required to lift and/or move items and equipment weighing up to 20 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Statement
At Clevyr, we don’t just accept differences — we celebrate them. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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