WordPress Developer
At Pavago · United States
- Engineering
- Full-time
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- Posted
- 28 May 2026
- First seen by us
- 8 October 2026
- Last checked
- 7 hours ago
Job description
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WordPress Developer (Elementor, PHP, Site Speed Optimization) – Remote | U.S. Hours
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours (flexibility for deployments & urgent fixes)
About the Role
We’re hiring a WordPress Developer who can build, customize, and optimize high-performing websites — not just assemble pages.
This role combines development, performance optimization, and problem-solving. You’ll work across landing pages, blogs, and full websites, ensuring everything is fast, secure, SEO-optimized, and conversion-ready.
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If you’ve worked with Elementor + custom code + performance optimization, this role is a strong fit.
What You’ll Own
WordPress Development (Core Focus)
* Build and customize WordPress websites using:
* Elementor
* Divi
* WPBakery
* Develop and maintain child themes for scalability
* Create custom templates for:
* Landing pages
* Blogs
* Marketing pages
Plugin Development & Customization
* Work with key plugins:
* WooCommerce
* Yoast SEO
* Contact Form 7
* Customize or extend plugins using PHP
* Ensure compatibility across themes, plugins, and updates
Front-End Development & UX
* Convert designs from:
* Figma
* Sketch
* Adobe XD
* Build pixel-perfect, responsive layouts
* Ensure:
* Cross-browser compatibility
* Mobile optimization
* Accessibility (WCAG standards)
Performance Optimization (Critical)
* Improve site speed using:
* Caching
* Minification
* Lazy loading
* CDN integration
* Run audits using:
* Google Lighthouse
* GTmetrix
* Optimize Core Web Vitals for SEO + UX
Security & Maintenance
* Manage updates (WordPress core, plugins, themes)
* Implement security using:
* Wordfence
* Sucuri
* Set up backups and recovery processes
Collaboration & Support
* Work with marketing, design, and content teams
* Troubleshoot bugs and site issues
* Support non-technical team members with CMS usage
What Makes You a Strong Fit
* You are both developer + problem-solver
* You care about performance, speed, and clean builds
* You can debug issues independently
* You communicate clearly with non-technical teams
Required Experience & Skills
* 2+ years of WordPress development experience
* Strong skills in:
* PHP
* HTML
* CSS
* JavaScript
* Experience with:
* Elementor / Divi / WPBakery
* Experience with hosting platforms:
* cPanel
* WP Engine
* SiteGround
* Kinsta
Nice to Have (High-Value Candidates)
* WooCommerce store builds and customization
* Custom plugin development
* SEO knowledge (technical + on-page)
* Git / version control workflows
* Experience with CI/CD pipelines
What a Typical Day Looks Like
* Fix bugs, update content, and handle support tickets
* Build new landing pages or features
* Optimize performance and run speed audits
* Collaborate with marketing on campaigns
* Apply updates and ensure site security
* Push changes via staging or Git
In short:
You ensure every WordPress site is fast, secure, scalable, and conversion-ready.
Key Metrics (KPIs)
* On-time delivery of builds and updates
* Page load speed < 3 seconds
* Core Web Vitals ≥ 90%
* Minimal downtime and security issues
* Strong internal team satisfaction
Why This Role Stands Out
* Real ownership of websites (not just maintenance)
* Work across performance, UX, and development
* Exposure to marketing + conversion-focused builds
* Opportunity to grow into senior dev / tech lead roles
Interview Process
* Initial Phone Screen
* Video Interview with Recruiter
* Practical Task:
* Build a landing page from Figma OR optimize a demo site
* Client Interview
* Offer & Background Verification
Apply Now
If you:
* Know WordPress beyond drag-and-drop
* Care about speed, performance, and UX
* Can build and troubleshoot independently
This role is a strong fit.
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