Senior WordPress Developer UG 2025

Posted 24 Days Ago
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Kampala, UGA
In-Office
Senior level
Agency • Digital Media • Information Technology • Software
The Role
The Senior WordPress Developer will convert Figma designs into responsive WordPress sites, develop custom themes and plugins, optimize performance, and mentor junior team members while managing the development process from planning to deployment.
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About Sadja WebSolutions

Sadja WebSolutions is a dynamic, growing digital agency known for delivering cutting-edge websites and web applications to clients across various industries. We're looking for a Senior WordPress Developer who is highly skilled in converting Figma designs into pixel-perfect WordPress sites, and who thrives in an environment where quality and innovation are top priorities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while growing with our company.

What You’ll Be Doing:
  • Converting Figma designs to fully responsive WordPress websites, ensuring pixel-perfect accuracy and a flawless user experience across devices.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams (designers, project managers, etc.) to translate client requirements and design concepts into robust, high-performance WordPress sites.
  • Developing custom WordPress themes from scratch and fine-tuning them to meet specific project requirements.
  • Writing clean, optimized, and maintainable code using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, and React (if necessary).
  • Implementing advanced WordPress plugins and custom solutions to extend site functionality.
  • Ensuring top-tier performance optimization, SEO best practices, and security standards across all projects.
  • Conducting code reviews, offering mentorship to junior team members, and ensuring that best practices are followed.
  • Troubleshooting complex issues, debugging problems, and ensuring that all websites function seamlessly.
  • Managing the end-to-end development process, from initial planning and design to deployment and post-launch support.
Skills and Qualifications:
  • Expert level proficiency in WordPress, including deep knowledge of the core system, themes, plugins, and custom development.
  • Extensive experience in converting Figma designs to fully functional WordPress sites, ensuring all designs are implemented with pixel-perfect accuracy.
  • Advanced knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and PHP (you’re comfortable handling both front-end and back-end).
  • Experience with WordPress theme development and plugin customization.
  • Strong understanding of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
  • Experience with performance optimization (e.g., page speed, caching, image optimization) and implementing SEO best practices.
  • Familiarity with version control tools like Git.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
Nice to Have:
  • Familiarity with React and Node.js for headless WordPress implementations.
  • Experience working with Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) and Custom Post Types (CPTs).
  • Knowledge of WooCommerce and building eCommerce sites.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD workflows and automating deployment processes.
  • Understanding of UI/UX principles and a strong eye for detail.
  • Familiarity with REST API and integrating external data sources into WordPress.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary and benefits package based on experience.
  • Flexible working hours and the option for remote work.
  • Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting and high-profile projects.
  • A collaborative team environment where your ideas and expertise will be valued.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Work with a talented, creative team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of web development.
How to Apply:

If you're a highly skilled WordPress developer with a passion for translating beautiful designs into exceptional websites, we want to hear from you! Please send us your resume, portfolio, and examples of Figma-to-WordPress conversions you’ve worked on. Be sure to include any relevant GitHub repositories or live projects to showcase your work.



Skills Required

  • Expert level proficiency in WordPress
  • Extensive experience converting Figma designs to functional WordPress sites
  • Advanced knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and PHP
  • Experience with WordPress theme development and plugin customization
  • Strong understanding of responsive design principles
  • Experience with performance optimization and SEO best practices
  • Familiarity with version control tools like Git
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Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

Sadja WebSolutions is a digital agency focused on creating custom websites, mobile apps, and digital marketing to grow brands online.

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