Wordpress Backend Developer - BOT
Bounteous · India
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- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $100,000 / year
- India
Job highlights
- Develop and maintain WordPress themes and plugins.
- Customize WordPress for specific business needs.
- Lead WordPress feature implementations and projects.
- Optimize WordPress performance and security.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on solutions.
About the role
About the Role
Join our dynamic and innovative team as a Mid-Level Backend Developer and embark on an exciting journey of transforming a billion-dollar startup into a cutting-edge micro-services domain-driven design powerhouse. As a key member of our engineering team, you will help build scalable, high-performance websites and applications while working with a range of modern web technologies. As a key member of our engineering team, you will ensure that our platforms are robust, secure, and ready to handle increasing traffic and new features.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain WordPress themes and plugins.
- Customize WordPress solutions to meet business needs, including developing custom post types, taxonomies, and shortcodes.
- Lead the implementation of WordPress features and projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions.
- Manage DNS configurations and ensure proper domain routing for WordPress-based sites.
- Experience with WPEngine is a plus, including performance optimization and environment management.
- Participate in architectural discussions, providing insights on WordPress scalability and security.
- Mentor junior developers, providing technical guidance and support as needed.
- Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices, maintainability, and performance optimization.
- Work closely with designers and frontend developers to integrate WordPress backend logic with custom themes and user interfaces.
- Develop and optimize database queries for WordPress (MySQL), ensuring performance and scalability.
- Troubleshoot and debug complex WordPress issues, providing timely resolutions and root cause analysis.
- Write comprehensive unit tests to ensure code quality and maintainability.
- Adhere to industry best practices, including SOLID principles, for maintainable and scalable WordPress solutions.
- Stay updated with emerging WordPress technologies, recommending best practices and tools.
- Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
Required Skills
- 3-5 years of experience in WordPress development, including theme and plugin development.
- Strong understanding of PHP and the WordPress ecosystem.
- Experience with DNS management and domain configurations.
- Proficiency in MySQL and experience optimizing WordPress database performance.
- Familiarity with RESTful API development and integration within WordPress.
- Knowledge of version control using Git.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies or similar development processes.
- Ability to mentor junior developers.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with managed WordPress hosting environments, particularly WPEngine.
- Knowledge of WordPress security best practices.
- Experience with performance optimization techniques for WordPress (e.g., caching, lazy loading).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or Google Cloud, particularly for WordPress hosting.
- Understanding of containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes) as they relate to WordPress environments.
- Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) for WordPress theme customization.
AI in Hiring
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Key skills/competency
- WordPress Development
- Backend Development
- PHP
- MySQL
- RESTful APIs
- DNS Management
- Agile Methodologies
- Code Review
- Unit Testing
- Problem Solving
Skills & topics
- WordPress Developer
- Backend Developer
- PHP
- MySQL
- WordPress Plugins
- WordPress Themes
- API Integration
- DNS Management
- Agile
- Web Development
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 3-5 years of WordPress development, PHP, and MySQL experience. Quantify achievements in theme/plugin development and optimization.
- Showcase your expertise: Emphasize any experience with WPEngine, DNS management, and RESTful API integration in your application.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss WordPress architecture, database optimization, SOLID principles, and Git workflows.
- Demonstrate leadership: Highlight examples of mentoring junior developers and leading projects, showcasing your collaborative approach.
- Understand AI use: Be aware that AI may be used in application review; focus on clear, concise, and relevant resume content.
Technical preparation
Master PHP, WordPress APIs, and WP-CLI.,Practice SQL query optimization for MySQL.,Build custom WordPress themes and plugins.,Implement RESTful APIs and Git workflows.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex WordPress problem you solved.,How do you mentor junior developers effectively?,Explain your approach to code reviews and best practices.,How do you collaborate with designers and frontend teams?
Frequently asked questions
- What specific WordPress development experience is Bounteous looking for in a Backend Developer?
- Bounteous is seeking a WordPress Backend Developer with 3-5 years of experience specifically in WordPress theme and plugin development. This includes a strong understanding of the WordPress ecosystem and PHP, as well as experience with MySQL for database performance optimization and RESTful API integration.
- Is experience with WPEngine required for the WordPress Backend Developer role at Bounteous?
- Experience with WPEngine is preferred but not strictly required. However, familiarity with managed WordPress hosting environments like WPEngine, including performance optimization and environment management, is considered a significant advantage for this WordPress Backend Developer position.
- How does Bounteous utilize AI in its hiring process for the WordPress Backend Developer position?
- Bounteous may use AI tools to assist in reviewing applications and analyzing resumes for the WordPress Backend Developer role. These tools support the recruitment team by providing insights, but all final hiring decisions are made by humans.
- What are the key responsibilities for a WordPress Backend Developer at Bounteous?
- Key responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining WordPress themes and plugins, customizing solutions to meet business needs, leading feature implementations, managing DNS configurations, and optimizing database queries. You'll also be involved in architectural discussions and mentoring junior developers.
- What is the expected career progression for a WordPress Backend Developer at Bounteous?
- While specific paths vary, this Mid-Level Backend Developer role offers opportunities for growth within a dynamic team. You'll gain experience with micro-services and domain-driven design, potentially leading to more senior architectural or leadership roles within Bounteous as the company transforms its tech stack.
- Does Bounteous require extensive knowledge of front-end technologies for this backend role?
- While the primary focus is backend development, familiarity with front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is beneficial for a WordPress Backend Developer at Bounteous. This helps in seamlessly integrating backend logic with custom themes and user interfaces developed by designers and frontend developers.