WordPress & WooCommerce Architect

JVR Software; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

JVR Software in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled WordPress Developer to lead end-to-end website builds and WooCommerce integrations for a diverse set of clients.

You will architect bespoke themes and plugins, optimize performance, ensure SEO-friendly deployments, and mentor junior developers in best practices within a fast-paced agency.

Proficiency with REST APIs, MySQL, Linux hosting basics, and Git version control is required to deliver robust, scalable solutions under tight timelines.

Qualifications

• Experience with WordPress, WooCommerce, and PHP to build reliable, SEO-friendly sites.
• Ability to develop custom themes, plugins, and API integrations.
• Strong understanding of database management, MySQL, and REST APIs.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Development: Build high-performance WordPress and WooCommerce sites that are SEO-friendly and technically sound.
• Custom Builds: Develop bespoke themes, plugins, and API integrations from the ground up.
• Maintenance & Optimization: Manage updates, troubleshooting, and database performance to keep ecosystems running smoothly.
• QA & Debugging: Perform rigorous testing and bug fixes before they reach the client.
• Client Guidance: Help clients navigate their CMS with ease and confidence.
• WordPress Mastery: Deep knowledge of custom themes, plugins, functions, and hooks.
• E-commerce: Expert-level WooCommerce customization.
• The Stack: Proficient in PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JS, and jQuery.
• Data & Integration: Strong experience with REST APIs, JSON, MySQL, and database management.
• Infrastructure: Familiarity with hosting environments (cPanel, WHM, Plesk, sFTP) and Git version control.
• Extras: Basic Photoshop skills for asset optimization and debugging under pressure.
• Bonus Points: Linux proficiency is valued.

Skills

WordPress development

WooCommerce

PHP

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

jQuery

REST APIs

JSON

MySQL

Git

Photoshop

Tools

cPanel

WHM

Plesk

sFTP

Linux

Job description

JVR Software in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled WordPress Developer to lead end-to-end website builds and WooCommerce integrations for a diverse set of clients.

You will architect bespoke themes and plugins, optimize performance, ensure SEO-friendly deployments, and mentor junior developers in best practices within a fast-paced agency.

Proficiency with REST APIs, MySQL, Linux hosting basics, and Git version control is required to deliver robust, scalable solutions under tight timelines.