Wordpress Developer

Options Consulting Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate CAD$50-65 per hr

Friendly team that loves what they do

Job summary

Options Consulting Solutions in Toronto is seeking a skilled WordPress Developer to build bespoke themes and plugins and integrate front-end and back-end features from Figma designs. You will optimize performance and security, implement third-party APIs, and collaborate with designers, project managers, and SEO specialists to deliver cohesive, high-quality websites.

The ideal candidate has a 3–5+ year track record, a CS degree or equivalent, and hands-on experience with Elementor, Gutenberg,

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of WordPress development experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of WordPress core, Elementor, Gutenberg, React, and modern CSS.

Responsibilities

• Build bespoke WordPress themes and plugins from scratch, or modify existing ones to meet requirements.
• Develop responsive, pixel-perfect user interfaces based on Figma designs.
• Optimize website speed, scalability, and security, implementing best practices for database management and code structure.
• Integrate third‑party tools, services, and APIs into the WordPress environment.
• Collaborate with designers, project managers, and SEO specialists to deliver cohesive, optimized solutions.

Skills

WordPress development

React

CSS frameworks

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

WordPress

Elementor

Gutenberg

React

jQuery

Bootstrap/Tailwind

Docker

Git

Job description

Are you someone with a strong attention to detail and take pride in being meticulous about your craft?

Do you enjoy seeing large projects through from start to finish?

The Company

Our client is a website design organization that helps entrepreneurs put their best face forward.

Company Perks and Rewards

• Competitive Pay Rate ( CAD$50-65 per hour)


• Passionate, friendly team that loves what they do

The Job!

Our ideal candidate has strong technical skills, a proactive approach, and is a problem solver at heart. They enjoy working independently but can also collaborate and communicate effectively with team members and clients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Custom development: Build bespoke WordPress themes and plugins from scratch, or modify existing ones to meet requirements.


• Front-end and back-end integration: Develop responsive, pixel-perfect user interfaces based on Figma designs.


• Performance and security: Optimize website speed, scalability, and security, implementing best practices for database management and code structure.


• API and third-party integration: Integrate third-party tools, services, and APIs into the WordPress environment.


• Collaboration: Work with designers, project managers, and SEO specialists to deliver cohesive, optimized solutions.

What you bring to the job

You come with a strong portfolio showcasing custom themes and plugins, as well as excellent communication and team collaboration skills. You also come with:

• Proven experience as a WordPress Developer (3-5+ years of experience).


• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.


• Deep understanding of the WordPress CMS and core architecture and Elementor.


• Proficiency in popular WordPress pagebuilders. React (for Gutenberg development), jQuery, and modern CSS frameworks like Bootstrap/Tailwind are preferred but not required.


• Experience with Git version control, command line, and Docker for development environments is preferred but not required.


• Knowledge of SEO best practices, accessibility standards, and web performance optimization.


• Agency experience is preferred, though not required

Expected Compensation: CAD $50.00 - $64.00 per hour

Existing Position Vacancy: Yes

I really look forward to hearing from you, but please understand that I will only be contacting those that are applicable for the role!

Options Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all individuals. Applicants selected for an in-person interview will be asked whether specific accommodations are needed to support a personal disability.