WordPress Developer

Ntara•Johnson City, TN

23h

About The Position

Ntara is looking for a WordPress Developer. The ideal candidate will have strong experience developing custom WordPress themes and plugins, working with modern PHP standards, and integrating WordPress with external systems. Ntara needs a team player willing to collaborate cross-functionally across multiple departments to deliver high‑quality digital experiences for our roster of clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience
5+ years of professional WordPress development experience
Strong PHP development skills (preferably PHP 7/8)
Experience building custom themes (from scratch) using modern standards
Experience developing custom plugins and extending WordPress core functionality
Familiarity with WordPress Gutenberg/Block Editor and custom block development
Experience with MySQL and database-driven‑ applications
Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, Sass, and modern JavaScript
Proficiency with version control systems (GIT)
Understanding of security best practices for WordPress
Experience working with REST APIs and webhook-based integrations
Comfortable managing billable and non‑billable hours in a consulting environment
Strong communication skills and ability to prioritize incoming requests across multiple teams
PHP, WordPress Core
Gutenberg Block Editor & ACF (Advanced Custom Fields)
JavaScript and JavaScript frameworks such as jQuery, Vue.js, React, or similar
WordPress hosting platforms (e.g., WP Engine, etc.)
SEO-friendly‑ development, schema, and performance optimization
cPanel, Linux environments, and server configurations
Knowledge of Web Accessibility Standards (WCAG 2+ A, AA)
Build tools such as Webpack, Vite, or Gulp

Nice To Haves

Experience with WPCLI
Experience with full-site editing (FSE) and block‑based theme architecture
Experience with WooCommerce customization
Strong debugging experience, including ability to read logs and decompile/minify code
Experience integrating WordPress with enterprise systems (PIM, DAM, ERP, CRM)
Experience with Cloudinary, Bynder, or other DAM integrations
Ability to multitask and manage several projects at once
Experience with CI/CD workflows (GitHub Actions, GitLab, Bitbucket Pipelines)
WordPress or PHP-related‑ certifications
Examples of custom themes, plugins, or complex WordPress builds
Experience with headless WordPress architectures (React, Next.js, Vue, or similar)
Demonstrated ability to work with undocumented APIs or complex integrations
Strong problem-solving ability and willingness to take ownership
Experience optimizing WordPress for performance, scalability, and security
Experience working with REST or GraphQL services
Experience with implementation of 3rd‑party APIs and SDKs

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and optimize custom WordPress themes and plugins
Implement integrations between WordPress and third-party systems (APIs, CRMs, marketing platforms, etc.)
Build performance-focused, SEO-friendly, and accessible front‑end experiences
Translate design files (Figma, XD, Sketch) into responsive WordPress layouts
Perform requirements gathering and implement technical specifications
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve platform issues
Provide maintenance, updates, and enhancements to existing WordPress sites
Collaborate with designers, project managers, and other developers to deliver high-quality solutions

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