Web Developer – Louisville, KY

Christy Industrial Holdings; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Christy Industrial Holdings seeks a skilled Web Developer to build and maintain WordPress websites, ensuring client specs are met, usability is optimized, and site performance is strong.

You will write efficient PHP code, customize themes and plugins, manage content, troubleshoot issues, and implement security measures. Collaboration with the team and staying current with industry trends are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in software and web application development.
• Strong PHP coding and WordPress customization.
• Experience with performance optimization and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Website Development: Develop, maintain, and enhance WordPress websites to meet client specifications and ensure usability.
• PHP Coding: Write secure, efficient PHP code for website functionality and backend processes.
• Theme and Plugin Customization: Customize WordPress themes/plugins to meet requirements and stay compatible with core updates.
• Content Management: Manage content in WordPress including posts, pages, and media with accuracy and clarity.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve technical issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks.
• Security: Implement security best practices to protect WordPress sites from vulnerabilities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Equivalent experience

Tools

WordPress

PHP

MySQL

Git

VSCode

PhpStorm

WebStorm

XAMPP

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Job Summary

The Web Developer is responsible for developing and maintaining WordPress websites, ensuring they meet client specifications, are user-friendly, and responsive. This role involves writing efficient PHP code, customizing themes and plugins, managing content, troubleshooting technical issues, implementing security measures, and optimizing website performance. Effective collaboration with team members, clear client communication, and staying current with industry trends are essential.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Website Development: Develop, maintain, and enhance WordPress websites, ensuring they are user-friendly, responsive, and meet client specifications.
• PHP Coding: Write efficient, secure, and well-documented PHP code for website functionality and backend processes.
• Theme and Plugin Customization: Customize and extend WordPress themes and plugins to meet client requirements and ensure compatibility with core updates.
• Content Management: Manage and optimize content within WordPress, including adding, editing, and formatting text, images, and multimedia elements.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve technical issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks to maintain website functionality and performance.
• Security: Implement security best practices to protect websites from vulnerabilities, malware, and hacking threats.
• Performance Optimization: Optimize website performance, including page load times, by fine-tuning code, images, and server configurations.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with designers, project managers, and other team members to ensure successful project execution and client satisfaction.
• Version Control: Utilize version control systems (e.g., Git) to manage code repositories, track changes, and facilitate teamwork.
• Documentation: Create and maintain documentation for code, configurations, and project specifications.
• Client Communication: Engage in clear and professional communication with clients to understand their needs, provide updates, and address feedback promptly.
• Stay Updated: Keep up-to-date with the latest WordPress and PHP trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Project Management: Assist the Software Development Manager/Project Management Department in project planning, scoping, and estimating efforts for website and software development projects.
• Code Review: Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality, consistency, and adherence to coding standards.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in software and web application development preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Programming Languages

HTML/CSS: For structuring and styling web content.

WordPress Specific:

• In-depth knowledge of WordPress, including its core functions, themes, and plugins.
• Expertise in creating custom WordPress themes and child themes.
• Ability to develop custom WordPress plugins or modify existing ones.

Database Management:

• Proficiency in MySQL for database design, optimization, and interaction with PHP.

Version Control:

• Familiarity with Git for version control and team collaboration.

Development Tools:

• Proficiency in your choice of IDE, including VSCode, PhpStorm, Webstorm
• Tools like XAAMP, Local, and others for developing WordPress sites locally.

Responsive Design:

• Understanding of responsive design principles to ensure websites function well on various devices.

Website Accessibility:

• Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices to ensure websites are usable by all individuals, including those with disabilities.

Security:

• Knowledge of best practices for securing WordPress installations.

Performance Optimization:

• Familiarity with tools and techniques to optimize website performance.

API Integration:

• Ability to integrate and work with RESTful APIs.

Debugging and Testing:

Content Management:

• Understanding of content management within WordPress, including post types, taxonomies, and custom fields.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Strong communication, active listening, and customer-care skills.
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
• Service awareness of all organization’s key services.
• Understanding of support tools and techniques.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Basic Server Management:

• Basic server management skills, including the ability to configure and manage web servers (e.g., Apache, Nginx).