Full-Stack Senior PHP Wordpress Developer

Description : Job Summary : We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Full Stack Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in software development, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for building scalable and efficient applications. You will be responsible for leading projects, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.Key Responsibilities : - Design, develop, and maintain scalable and high-performance applications.- Develop, maintain, and optimize WordPress-based websites using PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.- Design and implement custom themes, templates, and plugins.- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following best practices.- Lead and mentor a team of developers, conducting code reviews and providing technical guidance.- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements.- Optimize WordPress websites for speed, SEO, and overall performance.- Troubleshoot and debug website issues, implementing effective solutions.- Stay updated with the latest web development trends, best practices, and WordPress updates.- Ensure adherence to Agile development methodologies and DevOps best practices.Required Skills & Qualifications : - Experience : 6+ years of hands-on development professional experience in PHP and WordPress development.- Programming Languages : Strong expertise in PHP, JavaScript (jQuery, React, or Vue.js), HTML5, and CSS3.- Frameworks, CMS & Tools : Experience with WordPress (Divi, ACF, Elementor), Laravel (preferred), or CodeIgniter.- Database Management : Knowledge of MySQL, SQL queries optimization, and database management.- Experience in working with WordPress hooks, filters, and REST API.- Knowledge of front-end frameworks like Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, or Material UI.- Strong understanding of website security, and malware prevention.- Experience with caching techniques, CDN integration, and performance optimization.- Familiarity with server management, cPanel, and hosting environments (AWS, DigitalOcean, etc.)- Cloud & DevOps : Familiarity with AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines.- Experience with version control (Git/GitHub) and CI/CD pipelines.- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.Preferred Qualifications : - Experience in Microservices architecture and API development.- Experience with headless WordPress using React, Next.js, or GraphQL.- Understanding of Agile methodologies like Scrum/Kanban.- Experience with test-driven development (TDD) and automated testing.- Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in tech communities. (ref:hirist.tech)