Wordpress Developer

Keka Inc.; Vadodara; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Keka Inc. in Vadodara, India is seeking aWordPress Developer to build, customize and optimise client websites using WordPress and Shopify. You will convert designs into responsive, fast-loading sites, integrate plugins and third-party tools, and work with designers, SEO, and accounts teams to deliver projects on time.

The role requires 2–4 years of WordPress development experience, strong theme and plugin customization skills, and a solid PHP and web development foundation.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of hands-on WordPress development experience.
• Strong knowledge of WordPress themes, plugins, customization, and development.
• Hands-on experience with Shopify and theme/customisation work.
• Basic working knowledge of PHP.
• Strong understanding of responsive web development.
• Experience with Elementor, WPBakery, or similar builders.
• Experience with plugins, APIs, and third-party integrations.
• Good troubleshooting and debugging skills.
• Basic SEO-friendly website development understanding.

Responsibilities

• Develop, customise, and maintain WordPress and Shopify websites.
• Customise WordPress themes, templates, plugins, and functionality.
• Create responsive, mobile-friendly sites across devices.
• Integrate and manage third-party plugins, tools, and APIs.
• Troubleshoot bugs and compatibility issues to ensure stability.
• Coordinate with designers, SEO, and account teams to meet timelines.
• Handle hosting, domains, DNS, and related tasks when required.
• Take ownership of projects from development to deployment.

Skills

WordPress development

Shopify

PHP

Responsive web development

Website debugging

Performance optimization

SEO basics

APIs & integrations

WordPress theme customization

WordPress plugin customization

Git/version control

Tools

Elementor

WPBakery

WooCommerce

Git

cPanel

DNS management

SSL management

Google Analytics

Google Search Console

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and hands-on WordPress Developer to join our team. The candidate will be responsible for developing, customising, maintaining, and optimising websites for our clients.

The candidate should be comfortable working independently, handling multiple client requirements, and coordinating with designers, SEO, social media, and account management teams.

• Develop, customise, and maintain websites using WordPress and Shopify.
• Customise WordPress themes, templates, plugins, and website functionality based on project requirements.
• Develop responsive and mobile-friendly websites across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
• Configure and customise Shopify stores, themes, products, collections, and other store settings.
• Integrate and manage third-party plugins, tools, APIs, and website integrations.
• Convert website designs and layouts into functional, responsive websites.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve website bugs, technical issues, and compatibility problems.
• Optimise websites for speed, performance, responsiveness, and basic SEO requirements.
• Handle website updates, maintenance, backups, migrations, and technical improvements.
• Implement basic on-page and technical SEO requirements in coordination with the SEO team.
• Manage website hosting, domains, DNS, cPanel, and related technical requirements when required.
• Coordinate with designers and internal teams to understand requirements and deliver projects within timelines.
• Handle multiple client websites and ensure timely resolution of technical requirements.
• Take ownership of assigned website projects from development through deployment and maintenance.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of hands-on experience in WordPress development.
• Strong practical knowledge of WordPress themes, plugins, customisation, and development.
• Hands-on experience with Shopify and Shopify theme/store customisation.
• Basic working knowledge of PHP.
• Strong understanding of responsive web development.
• Experience with website builders such as Elementor, WPBakery, or similar tools.
• Experience working with plugins, APIs, and third-party integrations.
• Good understanding of website troubleshooting and debugging.
• Knowledge of website performance and speed optimisation.
• Basic understanding of SEO-friendly website development.
• Ability to independently identify and resolve technical issues.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Good to Have

• Experience working in a digital marketing or web development agency.
• Experience handling multiple client websites.
• Knowledge of WooCommerce.
• Experience with website migrations and hosting.
• Knowledge of cPanel, DNS, SSL, and domain management.
• Familiarity with Google Search Console and Google Analytics.
• Basic knowledge of Git/version control.
• Experience with custom API integrations.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone who is technically hands-on and capable of working independently. The candidate should be able to understand a requirement, develop or customise the website, troubleshoot issues, and deliver the final output with minimal supervision.

Candidates whose experience is limited to basic WordPress content updates, uploading pages, or only using page builders without development/customisation experience may not be suitable for this role.