Full-Stack WordPress Developer

OutsourcedIn; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

OutsourcedIn is seeking a skilled Full-Stack WordPress Developer to create, maintain, and optimise WordPress sites for an Australian client. You’ll work with the client’s internal team while being supported by OutsourcedIn, ensuring stability, performance, and UX across platforms.

Responsibilities include building custom themes/plugins, performance tuning, SEO best practices, content support, and ongoing site maintenance. Remote collaboration available across time zones.

Qualifications

• Proven WordPress development experience including themes and plugins.
• Experience with Elementor, Gutenberg or similar builders.
• Knowledge of hosting management, DNS, CDN and server optimisation.
• Familiarity with Git and version control workflows.
• Understanding of SEO best practices and site-speed optimisation.
• Experience managing high-traffic WordPress sites is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and enhance WordPress websites using custom themes and plugins.
• Develop responsive layouts aligned with branding and design standards.
• Create pages, templates, and features based on business requirements.
• Develop custom features, post types, integrations, and API connections.
• Optimise backend performance, caching, and hosting configurations.
• Perform regular updates, security checks, and backups.
• Improve page load speeds and Core Web Vitals, and support SEO.
• Collaborate with marketing/design teams on layouts and UX.
• Diagnose bugs, provide documentation, and support new features.

Skills

WordPress development

Elementor

Gutenberg

WPBakery

Hosting management

DNS

CDN

Git

SEO

Performance tuning

Job description

Were looking for a skilled Full-Stack WordPress Developer to create, maintain, optimise, and enhance the website and digital platforms of one of our Australian clients. This role focuses on ensuring website stability, performance, user experience, and long-term technical health. The developer will work directly with the clients internal team while being fully supported by OutsourcedIn.

Key Responsibilities

Website Development & Customisation

Build, maintain, and enhance WordPress websites using custom themes and plugins.

Develop responsive, mobile-friendly layouts aligned with the clients branding and design standards.

Create new pages, templates, and functionalities based on business requirements.

Full-Stack Technical Development

Develop custom features, post types, integrations, and API connections.

Optimise backend performance, caching strategies, and hosting configurations.

Maintenance, Updates & Security

Perform regular updates to plugins, themes, PHP versions, and WordPress core.

Conduct routine security checks, vulnerability scans, and performance audits.

Manage staging environments, backups, and safe deployment workflows.

Performance & SEO Optimisation

Improve page load speeds, Core Web Vitals, and technical SEO elements.

Monitor traffic and user behaviour through analytics tools.

Recommend and implement technical enhancements for improved performance.

Design, UX & Content Support

Collaborate with marketing and design teams to deliver high-quality layouts and user experiences.

Assist with uploading, formatting, and optimising content, images, and media.

Ensure consistent branding and intuitive navigation across the site.

Troubleshooting & Technical Support

Diagnose and resolve bugs, errors, and plugin conflicts.

Provide technical documentation, SOPs, and guidance for internal stakeholders.

Offer ongoing support for new features, updates, and improvements.

Required Skills & Experience

Strong experience with WordPress development (themes, plugins, custom functions).

Experience with Elementor, Gutenberg, WPBakery, or similar builders.

Knowledge of hosting management, DNS, CDN, and server optimisation.

Familiarity with Git or other version control tools.

Understanding of SEO best practices and site-speed optimisation.

Experience managing and maintaining high-traffic websites is an advantage.

Soft Skills

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

High attention to detail with a focus on quality and reliability.

Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and prioritise tasks.

Meet the team

OutsourcedIn

OutsourcedIn is a staffing and recruitment services company that specializes in connecting businesses with remote talent, primarily based in the Philippines, to support Australian and regional companies. The company partners with various industries including landscape supplies, B2B services, and construction-related businesses to provide specialized roles such as lead generation, customer service, and administration support. OutsourcedIn focuses on matching experienced professionals with Australian clients operating on Australian hours, facilitating remote work arrangements that support pipeline development, customer relations, and business operations.