Wordpress Developer - Maidstone

Armstrong Knight; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A brand development agency in Maidstone is seeking a skilled WordPress Developer with at least 2 years of experience. The role involves developing and maintaining WordPress websites, ensuring security, and collaborating with the creative team. Ideal for someone eager for the next step in their design career. The candidate should have problem-solving skills and knowledge of SEO and Google tools is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience building and maintaining websites.
• In-depth knowledge of the WordPress platform.
• Experience with launching, hosting and maintaining websites.

Responsibilities

• Developing & maintaining bespoke WordPress websites.
• Maintenance of existing features & plug-ins.
• Contributing to the development of new features.

Skills

WordPress development

Problem-solving

Independence in work

SEO knowledge

Tools

Google Development tools

Job description

Overview

Job Ref: Wordpress Developer - Maidstone

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Maidstone, Kent

Job Description

An award winning brand development agency are seeking a talented WordPress Website developer. This is an ideal opportunity for a 2nd job, or someone looking for a challenge following an entry level position.

Based in the heart of Maidstone and working with national and global brands, my client has built a strong reputation across Kent and the home counties for their passion, creativity and variety of work.

Due to continued expansion of the digital team they are seeking a developer to join the team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years experience building and maintaining websites. An in-depth knowledge of the WordPress platform is essential and some knowledge of launching, hosting and maintaining websites are also key skills for the role.

The successful candidate will be expected to ‘hit the ground running', working swiftly, accurately and sometimes independently to meet deadlines on time. Our overall aim is to find an extremely motivated, hard working and creative individual who is looking for the best possible next step in their design career.

Responsibilities

• Developing & maintaining bespoke WordPress websites
• Maintenance of existing features & plug-ins
• Contributing to the development of new features
• Contributing to ensuring the security of the platform content
• Staying up to date with the latest WordPress updates and the effects that come with these updates
• Working with our creative team to bring our designs to life
• Can spot and rectify problems
• Knowledge of SEO, PPC and Google Development tools a bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience building and maintaining websites
• In-depth knowledge of the WordPress platform
• Experience with launching, hosting and maintaining websites
• Strong problem-solving and independent working skills
• Good understanding of SEO, PPC and Google development tools is a bonus