Senior WordPress Developer

Red Box Web Design • Full-time • Remote (Stafford, ENG, GB) • £35,000 - £45,000 / year • 1w ago

About Us:

We are a dynamic web design and development agency committed to delivering innovative and bespoke solutions for our clients. Our success is built on hiring bright, ambitious individuals and providing them with the support, trust, and freedom they need to thrive.

Join our growing team and work in a relaxed, supportive environment that rewards talent and hard work. We offer flexible remote working arrangements with the team located across the UK and regularly getting together for team building activities and to celebrate success.

For more information, please visit our careers page:

About the Role:

We are looking for an enthusiastic WordPress Developer with both front-end and back-end experience to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for building websites in line with client objectives and coding signed off designs into WordPress. We offer remote working but there is an office in Stafford if you prefer to work from there.

What we’re offering…

Permanent, full-time position
Salary £35,000 to £45,000 per year (depending on experience)
Additional bonus incentives for high performance
Flexible working hours totalling 40 hours per week including breaks
Remote or Hybrid working - we're happy to accommodate either but there will be the requirement to attend the office in Stafford a few times per year for team events.
A pension scheme which you’ll become a part of as soon as you’ve passed your probationary period
Self development budget to attend training
21 days holiday + Bank holidays + Your birthday off

Responsibilities:

Interpreting website project briefs and building websites using Wordpress
Create visually captivating website layouts and user interfaces.
Build and maintain websites using HTML, CSS, and WordPress.
Work closely with clients and team members to understand project requirements and goals.
Convert static designs into clean HTML and CSS.
Work with our technical SEO team to enhance on-page optimisation.
Conduct site audits and improve site performance.
Conduct regular website updates, maintenance, and problem-solving.
Stay up to date with current digital trends.

Ideal Candidate:

Thorough understanding of the WordPress Template Architecture
Solid grasp of responsive design principles and best practices.
Understanding of WordPress Theme and Plugin Architecture
Server, domain and DNS Management
6+ years Wordpress experience is essential in an agency environment
Proficient in PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
Positive, can-do attitude with a keen eye for detail.
Experience with WooCommerce
Provide guidance and support to other developers & team members
Manage Client expectations

Additional Information:

Our agency values bright and ambitious people who are ready to take on new challenges. We provide a supportive environment where your skills can grow and flourish. If you have a passion for web design and development and a desire to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Our Hiring Process

Step 1: Application Submission: Submit your CV and an optional cover letter via email or job posting platform, and applications are screened by Line Management.

Step 2: Interview: If shortlisted, you'll be invited for a interview to assess your background, skills, and fit with our company.

Step 3: Final Assessment: Successful candidates from the first round will be given a practical assessment, designed to test your WordPress skills in a controlled environment, to ensure a perfect fit for the role.

We look forward to your application!

Apply NowTo apply, please submit your CV and examples of your work.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

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