About The Company Make Me Local is a dynamic and innovative digital marketing agency dedicated to helping local businesses thrive in the online space. With a strong focus on delivering tailored digital solutions, we specialize in website development, search engine optimization, and digital advertising strategies that drive measurable results.

Our team is composed of passionate professionals committed to excellence, creativity, and continuous learning. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative remote work setting that encourages growth, innovation, and a client-centric approach. As a rapidly growing company, Make Me Local strives to stay ahead of industry trends and leverage the latest technologies to provide our clients with competitive advantages in their respective markets.

About The Role We are seeking a talented and experienced full-time WordPress Backend Developer to join our remote team. In this role, you will be instrumental in transforming design concepts and client requirements into fully functional, high-performance websites.

You will collaborate closely with designers, content creators, marketing teams, and fellow developers to build and maintain websites that are not only visually appealing but also optimized for speed, security, and SEO. Your expertise will help us deliver customized solutions that meet complex client needs while adhering to best practices in web development. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects, enhance your technical skills, and contribute to the growth of a forward-thinking company that values innovation and quality.

Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of four years of professional experience in WordPress development, demonstrating a deep understanding of its architecture and ecosystem. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science,



Engineering, or a related field is required.

You should have expert knowledge of WordPress core functionalities, REST APIs, and experience customizing plugins and themes to meet specific project requirements. Proficiency in Gutenberg block development using React.js and modern JavaScript is essential. Familiarity with full-stack development involving PHP, MySQL, and JavaScript will be highly advantageous.

Additionally, you should have experience working with page builders like Elementor or similar tools, along with a solid grasp of web security, performance optimization, and SEO best practices. Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal, are necessary to facilitate effective collaboration and documentation.

Responsibilities As a WordPress Backend Developer at Make Me Local, your responsibilities will include:

- Driving hands-on development efforts within WordPress, including building custom features for both basic and advanced requirements.
- Leading technical projects by gathering requirements, defining project scope, and providing accurate estimations to ensure timely delivery.
- Integrating third-party APIs and external services securely, ensuring seamless functionality and data exchange.
- Optimizing website performance, including page load speeds, Core Web Vitals, and overall site responsiveness across all devices.




- Supporting SEO-friendly website architecture and implementing best practices for search engine visibility.
- Automating workflows and maintaining clean version control processes using Git to ensure code quality and collaboration efficiency.
- Continuously updating your skills and knowledge to stay current with WordPress updates, frontend technologies, and industry trends.
- Writing clear technical documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing and future maintenance.

Benefits Joining Make Me Local as a WordPress Backend Developer offers numerous benefits, including:

- Work remotely from anywhere with a reliable internet connection, providing flexibility and work-life balance.
- Flexible working hours to accommodate your personal productivity peaks, with an expectation to overlap with UK working hours for collaboration.
- Opportunities for professional growth through exposure to diverse projects and cutting-edge technologies.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment that values innovation, initiative, and continuous learning.
- Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and expertise.
- Access to resources and tools necessary to succeed and excel in your role.
- Participation in industry webinars, training sessions, and conferences to enhance your skill set.

Equal Opportunity Make Me Local is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that a diverse team fosters innovation and drives success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds who are passionate about web development and digital marketing.

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