Senior Wordpress Developer Job in Zealousweb

Senior Wordpress Developer

Zealousweb 4+ weeks ago

Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Not Disclosed
Full-time

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Job Summary

PHP: Strong proficiency in PHP is essential, as it is the core language used in WordPress development. You should be comfortable writing efficient and secure PHP code, implementing custom functionality, and optimizing performance.
WordPress Core: In-depth knowledge of the WordPress core architecture, including the database structure, hooks, filters, and APIs. This understanding will allow you to extend and modify WordPress functionalities as needed.
Plugin Development: Ability to develop custom WordPress plugins from scratch using PHP. This involves creating functionality to meet specific requirements, integrating with third-party APIs, and handling data processing and storage.
RESTful APIs: Familiarity with building and consuming RESTful APIs in WordPress. This skill is useful for integrating external services, creating custom endpoints, and interacting with other systems.
Database Management: Proficiency in working with databases, particularly MySQL, which is commonly used in WordPress. You should be able to write optimized database queries, manage data efficiently, and ensure data integrity.
Security Best Practices: Understanding WordPress security principles and implementing best practices to protect the backend, such as validating user input, securing user authentication, and implementing secure coding practices.
Version Control: Experience with version control systems like Git to manage code repositories, collaborate with other developers, and track changes effectively.
Debugging and Troubleshooting: Proficiency in using debugging tools and techniques to identify and resolve backend issues, such as PHP errors, performance bottlenecks, and database problems.
Performance Optimization: Knowledge of techniques to optimize the backend performance of WordPress websites, including code optimization, caching strategies, database query optimization, and server-side caching.
API Integration: Ability to integrate third-party APIs, such as payment gateways, email services, or social media platforms, into WordPress websites to enable seamless data exchange and functionality.
Scalability and Performance Testing: Familiarity with tools and techniques for testing and optimizing the performance and scalability of backend systems, including load testing, caching strategies, and server optimization.
Code Optimization and Documentation: Strong code optimization skills to ensure clean and efficient code, as well as thorough documentation practices to improve maintainability and collaboration with other developers.
Knowledge of Web Standards: Understanding of web standards, including HTTP protocols, RESTful architecture, security protocols, and best practices for data handling and validation.
Continuous Learning: Staying updated with the latest advancements in backend technologies, tools, and best practices, as the WordPress ecosystem evolves rapidly.