About the role
WordPress Developer (Elementor, PHP, Site Speed Optimization) – Remote | U.S. Hours
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours (flexibility for deployments & urgent fixes)
About the Role
We’re hiring a WordPress Developer who can build, customize, and optimize high-performing websites — not just assemble pages.
This role combines development, performance optimization, and problem-solving. You’ll work across landing pages, blogs, and full websites, ensuring everything is fast, secure, SEO-optimized, and conversion-ready.
If you’ve worked with Elementor + custom code + performance optimization, this role is a strong fit.
What You’ll Own
WordPress Development (Core Focus)
* Build and customize WordPress websites using: * Elementor * Divi * WPBakery
* Develop and maintain child themes for scalability * Create custom templates for: * Landing pages * Blogs * Marketing pages
Plugin Development & Customization
* Work with key plugins: * WooCommerce * Yoast SEO * Contact Form 7
* Customize or extend plugins using PHP * Ensure compatibility across themes, plugins, and updates
Front-End Development & UX
* Convert designs from: * Figma * Sketch * Adobe XD
* Build pixel-perfect, responsive layouts * Ensure: * Cross-browser compatibility * Mobile optimization * Accessibility (WCAG standards)
Performance Optimization (Critical)
* Improve site speed using: * Caching * Minification * Lazy loading * CDN integration
* Run audits using: * Google Lighthouse * GTmetrix
* Optimize Core Web Vitals for SEO + UX
Security & Maintenance
* Manage updates (WordPress core, plugins, themes) * Implement security using: * Wordfence * Sucuri
* Set up backups and recovery processes
Collaboration & Support
* Work with marketing, design, and content teams * Troubleshoot bugs and site issues * Support non-technical team members with CMS usage
What Makes You a Strong Fit
* You are both developer + problem-solver * You care about performance, speed, and clean builds * You can debug issues independently * You communicate clearly with non-technical teams
Required Experience & Skills
* 2+ years of WordPress development experience * Strong skills in: * PHP * HTML * CSS * JavaScript
* Experience with: * Elementor / Divi / WPBakery
* Experience with hosting platforms: * cPanel * WP Engine * SiteGround * Kinsta
Nice to Have (High-Value Candidates)
* WooCommerce store builds and customization * Custom plugin development * SEO knowledge (technical + on-page) * Git / version control workflows * Experience with CI/CD pipelines
What a Typical Day Looks Like
* Fix bugs, update content, and handle support tickets * Build new landing pages or features * Optimize performance and run speed audits * Collaborate with marketing on campaigns * Apply updates and ensure site security * Push changes via staging or Git
In short: You ensure every WordPress site is fast, secure, scalable, and conversion-ready.
Key Metrics (KPIs)
* On-time delivery of builds and updates * Page load speed < 3 seconds * Core Web Vitals ≥ 90% * Minimal downtime and security issues * Strong internal team satisfaction
Why This Role Stands Out
* Real ownership of websites (not just maintenance) * Work across performance, UX, and development * Exposure to marketing + conversion-focused builds * Opportunity to grow into senior dev / tech lead roles
Interview Process
* Initial Phone Screen * Video Interview with Recruiter * Practical Task: * Build a landing page from Figma OR optimize a demo site
* Client Interview * Offer & Background Verification
Apply Now
If you:
* Know WordPress beyond drag-and-drop * Care about speed, performance, and UX * Can build and troubleshoot independently
This role is a strong fit.
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