We are seeking an experienced and creative WordPress Designer and Developer to join our team to design, develop, and maintain our client websites and web applications. As a WordPress Developer, you will be responsible for creating web designs and turning them into functional, user-friendly, and visually appealing websites that align with our clients' needs. You will work closely with our design and content teams to ensure a seamless and engaging user experience.
Responsibilities
- Website Design: Create graphically appealing website designs that match a client's brand standards, colors and content needs.
- Website Development: Leverage your WordPress expertise to build and customize websites and web applications according to project requirements and design guidelines.
- Theme and Plugin Development: Develop custom themes and plugins to enhance website functionality and appearance. Modify and adapt existing themes/plugins as needed.
- Front-End Development: Implement responsive and visually consistent designs using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to ensure cross-device and cross-browser compatibility.
- Back-End Development: Set up and configure WordPress installations, databases, and server environments. Integrate third-party APIs and services as required.
- Content Management: Manage content updates, additions, and modifications on WordPress websites. Ensure content is presented effectively and follows best practices for SEO.
- Performance Optimization: Refine website speed, mobile responsiveness, and site architecture. Integrate structured data, canonical URLs, and secure HTTPS to amplify crawling, indexing, and user experiences, bolstering technical SEO.
- Security and Maintenance: Implement security measures to safeguard websites from vulnerabilities and potential threats. Perform monthly updates, backups, and maintenance tasks.
- Collaboration: Work closely with designers, content creators, and other developers to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality.
- Problem Solving: Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, bugs, and errors that arise during development or after deployment.
- Stay Updated: Keep up-to-date with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in WordPress development and web development in general.
Qualifications
- Experience: 5-8 years of proven experience in WordPress development, with a strong portfolio showcasing your projects.
- Proven experience designing websites for WordPress implementation using brand guidelines and copy direction. Experience with design software like Figma, or AD is helpful.
- Graphic design background helpful including expertise in digital media and/or fine arts
- Proven experience as a WordPress Developer or similar role managing multiple websites.
- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
- Strong knowledge of WordPress architecture, themes (Divi, Elementor), plugins, and APIs.
- Familiarity with front-end libraries/frameworks (e.G., Bootstrap, Tailwinds, jQuery).
- Experience with responsive design and mobile optimization.
- Understanding of SEO principles and best practices.
- Ability to work with design tools (e.G., Adobe Photoshop, Sketch) to extract assets and implement designs accurately.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent English communication and collaboration skills.
- Experience with version control systems (e.G., Git) is desirable.
Benefits
- Christmas Bonus: 30 days, to be paid in December.
- Major Medical Expense Insurance: Coverage up to $20,000,000.00 MXN.
- Minor Medical Insurance: VRIM membership with special discounts on doctor's appointments and accident reimbursements.
- Dental Insurance: Always smile with confidence!
- Life Insurance
- Vacation Days: 12 vacation days.
- + Floating Holidays: 3
- Cell Phone Reimbursement & Transportation Subsidy.
- Hybrid Scheme: Enjoy the best of both worlds, remote and in-office work.
- Multicultural Exposure: Work with operations within Mexico and the United States.
- MezTal Internal Events: Strike a healthy balance between your professional and personal goals.
- Exclusive Discounts: Benefits with different companies for being part of MezTal.
- Academic Agreements: Access to national universities and language schools.
- Career Growth: We will search for the best conditions for progressing in your career.
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