WordPress Developer

Cloudious • Irvine, CA

2d

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced WordPress Developer to lead the technical strategy and development for our portfolio of internal and business division websites. In this contract role, you will oversee day-to-day feature development, maintain system security and stability, and architect custom WordPress solutions tailored to evolving business needs. The ideal candidate pairs a deep mastery of WordPress architecture with strong frontend design sensibility.

Requirements

• 4 years of professional web development experience with a proven track track record as a WordPress Architect/Lead Developer.
• Advanced proficiency in PHP, HTML5, CSS3/SASS, JavaScript, and MySQL.
• Expert level knowledge of modern WordPress architecture including Gutenberg, custom block development, React-based custom theme/plugin development, REST API, and hooks/filters.
• Proficiency with Git/Bitbucket version control workflows.
• Hands-on experience with the WP Engine hosting environment preferred.
• Exposure to JavaScript frameworks like React or Vue.js.

Responsibilities

• Translate Figma design mock-ups into fully responsive, performant, and cross-browser compatible WordPress builds.
• Apply foundational UX design principles to layout and construct engaging interior web pages.
• Architect custom WordPress-based features, plugins, and block-based enhancements that meet complex business requirements.
• Review existing sites to ensure compliance with modern best practices including web performance, SEO, accessibility, legal standards, and security protocols.
• Conduct structured code reviews for ongoing projects.
• Partner with product managers to identify UX improvements and cost reduction opportunities.
• Evaluate 3rd-party vendor proposals, project estimates, themes, and plugins to advise stakeholders on technical viability.
• Provide accurate scope estimates for bugs and custom features.
• Review external estimates for technical accuracy.
• Manage code deployment and versioning using Git and Bitbucket.
• Troubleshoot complex core, theme, and plugin conflicts as they arise.
• Maintain clean, clear documentation for all internal applications, custom block frameworks, and system architecture.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed