The Role
Lead development of custom WordPress websites and plugins (PHP), build front-end pages with JavaScript/jQuery/HTML/CSS, optimize performance/security/SEO, manage hosting/backups/migrations, mentor junior developers, coordinate with design/content teams, and use workflow tools like Monday, Zoho, Slack and GSuite.
Summary Generated by Built In
This is a remote position.
Only LATAM-based candidates (bilingual in Spanish and English)
We are a rapidly growing Digital Marketing Agency currently seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Web Developer to join our team. As the Senior Developer, you will play a critical role in both front-end and back-end website development, as well as modifications for our diverse client base. You will serve as the lead developer, guiding junior developers and ensuring the delivery of high-quality products to our clients. Attention to detail is vital. This is a remote position, allowing you to work from the comfort of your home.
Responsibilities
- Utilize your extensive experience in WordPress development to deliver high-quality websites and landing pages.
- Lead and mentor a team of junior developers, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently.
- Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail to ensure outstanding results for our clients.
- Communicate effectively with peers, clients, and senior staff on project developments and issues through verbal and written channels.
- Display self-motivation and the ability to work effectively both individually and as part of a team.
- Provide technical guidance, troubleshoot issues, and develop new features for WordPress.
- Support the web team by offering guidance and mentorship.
- Design and develop custom WordPress themes and plugins using PHP.
- Develop pages using JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, and CSS.
- Optimize websites for performance, security, and SEO.
- Manage website updates, backups, and migrations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design and content teams, to ensure seamless integration and delivery of the website.
- Lead technical discussions and mentor development teams.
- Communicate professionally and effectively.
- Set expectations and recognize when compromise is required.
- Adhere strictly to deadlines and possess excellent time management skills.
- Use core workflow systems such as Monday, Zoho, Slack, GSuite, etc.
Requirements
- +7 years of hands-on experience in full stack web development, including extensive experience with WordPress (NOT WordPress.com).
- Proficiency in PHP 7/8 and strong skills in both back-end and front-end development.
- Extensive experience in WordPress custom theme and plugin development.
- Advanced skills in JavaScript, CSS, SASS, LESS, HTML5, and CSS.
- Familiarity with mobile responsiveness, cross-browser compatibility, and cross-device testing.
- Experience in SEO and website analytical tracking using tools such as Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager.
- Experience in server administration, cPanel, and Linux.
- Strong troubleshooting skills for advanced WordPress, WooCommerce, and hosting issues.
- General knowledge of website deployment workflows (e.g., production to staging, staging to production).
- Comfortable operating WHM/cPanel.
- Keen eye for design, including the ability to select and incorporate suitable images.
- Capable of troubleshooting advanced WordPress, WooCommerce, and hosting issues.
- Experience in setting up local environments for development and testing purposes.
- Ability to provide technical guidance, mentorship, and lead development teams.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally and set expectations.
- Time management skills and strict adherence to deadlines.
Preferred Additional Skills:
WPBakery, Divi, Total, or Elementor Theme experience; backup and deployment of sites; site transfer experience; WooCommerce setup and integrations; proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for graphics; SEO knowledge, including keyword understanding and sitemap creation; troubleshooting hosting issues such as site speed, SSL problems, mail delivery, PHP updates, and server settings.
During the interview, demonstrate that you are professional and friendly. You will frequently interact with customers to coordinate site updates and resolve problems, so it's essential to represent our company well. A good attitude goes a long way.
If you believe you are the perfect fit for this role, please provide a brief statement explaining why and include a link to your portfolio showcasing at least five examples of your work and your LinkedIn profile link. Submit these along with your resume.
Benefits
- Location: 100% Remote work, allowing for a flexible work environment.
- Work Schedule: Flexible, but availability required from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Weekends off to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
- Compensation: Will be discussed according to skill level and experience.
We look forward to attracting candidates with the right blend of skills and experience to join our team.
Skills Required
- +7 years hands-on full stack web development experience
- Extensive experience with WordPress (self-hosted, not WordPress.com)
- Proficiency in PHP 7/8
- Back-end and front-end development experience
- Custom WordPress theme and plugin development
- Advanced JavaScript, jQuery, HTML5, CSS skills
- Experience with SASS and/or LESS
- Mobile responsiveness, cross-browser and cross-device testing
- Experience with SEO and analytics (Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager)
- Server administration experience (cPanel, WHM) and Linux
- Strong troubleshooting for WordPress, WooCommerce, and hosting issues
- Knowledge of website deployment workflows (staging/production) and site migrations
- Experience setting up local development and testing environments
- Leadership: mentor junior developers and lead technical discussions
- Excellent written and verbal communication, time management, and client-facing professionalism
- Familiarity with core workflow systems (Monday, Zoho, Slack, GSuite)
- WPBakery, Divi, Total, or Elementor theme experience
- Experience with site backup, deployment, and site transfers
- WooCommerce setup and integrations
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for graphics
- Advanced hosting troubleshooting (site speed, SSL, mail delivery, PHP updates, server settings)
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