Website Developer

Mercytechconsulting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercytechconsulting is looking for a skilled WordPress developer located in New York, United States. The role involves designing and developing custom WordPress websites, creating and modifying themes and plugins, and optimising site performance.

Ideal candidates will have proficiency in WordPress development, a strong understanding of PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and knowledge of SEO best practices. This position demands collaborative work and problem-solving skills, along with effective communication.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in WordPress development, including custom themes and plugins.
• Strong understanding of PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with MySQL and database management.
• Knowledge of SEO best practices and techniques.
• Familiarity with performance optimisation techniques.
• Understanding of web security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with designers, developers, and clients.
• Good communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop custom WordPress websites.
• Create and modify themes and plugins to meet specific needs.
• Customise existing themes and plugins for enhanced functionality.
• Regularly update the WordPress core, themes, and plugins.
• Manage website content and ensure it is well-organised.
• Implement SEO best practices to optimise content.
• Optimise website performance, including speed.
• Implement caching and other performance-enhancing techniques.
• Ensure website security by implementing best practices.
• Perform regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Identify and resolve website issues and bugs.
• Integrate third-party services and APIs with WordPress websites.
• Work with designers to create visually appealing websites.
• Document development processes, customisations, and configurations.
• Stay updated with the latest WordPress developments.

Skills

Proficiency in WordPress development

Strong understanding of PHP

Strong understanding of HTML

Strong understanding of CSS

Strong understanding of JavaScript

Experience with MySQL

Knowledge of SEO best practices

Familiarity with performance optimisation

Understanding of web security

Excellent problem-solving skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Good communication skills

Project management skills

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

1. Website Development:
   • Design and develop custom WordPress websites.
   • Create and modify themes and plugins to meet specific needs.
2. Customisation and Maintenance:
   • Customise existing themes and plugins for enhanced functionality.
   • Regularly update the WordPress core, themes, and plugins to ensure security and performance.
3. Content Management:
   • Manage website content and ensure it is well- organised and up-to-date.
   • Implement SEO best practices to optimise content for search engines.
4. Performance Optimisation:
   • Optimise website performance, including speed and load times.
   • Implement caching, CDN, and other performance-enhancing techniques.
5. Security Management:
   • Ensure website security by implementing best practices.
   • Perform regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
6. Troubleshooting and Support:
   • Identify and resolve website issues and bugs.
   • Provide technical support and guidance to clients and team members.
7. Integration and API Management:
   • Integrate third-party services and APIs with WordPress websites.
   • Ensure the seamless operation of integrated services.
8. Design and user experience:
   • Work with designers to create visually appealing and user-friendly websites.
   • Ensure responsive design for optimal performance on all devices.
9. Documentation:
   • Document development processes, customisations, and configurations.
   • Create user manuals and guides for clients and end-users.
10. Continuous Improvement:
    • Stay updated with the latest WordPress developments, tools, and trends.
    • Propose and implement improvements to existing websites and workflows.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in WordPress development, including custom themes and plugins.
• Strong understanding of PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with MySQL and database management.
• Knowledge of SEO best practices and techniques.
• Familiarity with performance optimisation techniques.
• Understanding of web security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with designers, developers, and clients.
• Good communication and project management skills.