Every project needs a developer who can turn requirements into clean, working WordPress builds — custom themes, plugin customization, and PHP-based solutions — without needing constant hand-holding. This role exists to do exactly that: build and extend WordPress sites for client projects, working closely with PMs and delivery leads to translate requirements into solid, standards-compliant code.
This role is for someone who enjoys:
Building custom WordPress functionality rather than just configuring plugins
Writing clean, well-documented, standards-compliant code
Solving backend problems — plugin conflicts, PHP errors, integration issues — with real technical depth
Working across multiple concurrent client projects without losing quality
If you're someone who takes pride in solid WordPress builds and enjoys the technical side of the platform, this role gives you real project ownership with room to grow.

What you'll really be doing

Custom Theme & Plugin Development
Build and customize WordPress themes and plugins using PHP, hooks, filters, and actions
Write clean, well-documented, and standards-compliant code for new builds and existing sites
Implement customizations based on requirements received from PMs or delivery leads

2. Bug Fixing & Troubleshooting
Diagnose and resolve backend issues, plugin conflicts, PHP errors, and performance bottlenecks
Work across staging and production environments with minimal turnaround time
Provide clear documentation of issues identified and resolutions applied

3. Performance & Security Best Practices
Apply WordPress security best practices during development and customization
Optimize code and database queries for performance




Apply caching strategies where relevant to project requirements

4.Third-Party Integrations
Integrate REST APIs, payment gateways, CRMs, and third-party services into WordPress environments
Troubleshoot integration issues during development and testing

5.Woocommerce Support
Build and customize WooCommerce-based sites including product configuration, checkout customization, and order management logic
Manage plugin compatibility and flag issues proactively

6.Documentation & Task Management
Maintain clear documentation for custom code and site-specific configurations
Track tasks and progress in the team's project management tool (Orbit)

7.AI & Development Assistance
Utilize AI-assisted tools such as ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, or similar platforms to accelerate development, improve debugging efficiency, and support documentation
Explore productivity tools to enhance coding efficiency and workflow management

Who will thrive in this role
You write clean, standards-compliant code without needing to be told to document it
You can diagnose a backend issue quickly and explain the fix clearly
You take a requirement and build it correctly the first time, most of the time
You're comfortable working across multiple concurrent client projects
You want to keep growing technically toward more senior development work

Qualifications & Skills

Experience




6 years of hands-on experience in WordPress backend development

Must Have Skills
Strong command of PHP and WordPress core — hooks, filters, actions, and custom post types
Proven experience in custom theme and plugin development
Solid understanding of MySQL and database management
Knowledge of REST API integration within WordPress environments
Proficiency with Git version control and structured deployment workflows
Experience with HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript/jQuery for frontend implementation support
Familiarity with WooCommerce and page builders such as Elementor
Knowledge of hosting environments, staging setups, and server configurations
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously

Tools & Platforms
WordPress, WooCommerce, Elementor
Git, staging/production environments
Orbit (task tracking)
AI-assisted tools (ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, or similar)

Nice to Have
Experience working in an agency setting with multiple concurrent projects
Familiarity with WordPress multisite configuration and management
Exposure to caching tools such as WP Rocket, or similar
Understanding of SEO fundamentals and technical SEO best practices
Comfort working across multiple concurrent client projects with shifting priorities

What this role offers
Real ownership of project builds, not just task-level execution
Exposure to a wide range of WordPress and WooCommerce project types
A structured, process-driven role with room to grow into more senior development responsibility
Direct collaboration with PMs and delivery leads on project requirements

📌 Wordpress Developer (Ahmedabad)
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