Remote Senior Backend WordPress Developer

Description:

• Seeking a talented, experienced, and enthusiastic Senior Back End Developer to work with a variety of clients across different industries using WordPress plugins.
• Think Zap is a digital design and marketing agency in Glasgow, Scotland, focusing on turning screens into brand showcases.
• Responsibilities include researching and developing new back-end offerings, testing functionality thoroughly, collaborating with other teams, building integrations with external applications, and more.
• The role involves 60% Back End Development, 30% Testing / Quality Assurance, and 10% Front End Development.

Requirements:

• Expert understanding of WordPress functionality, including building bespoke plugins, working with WP-CRON, transients, caching, and query optimization.
• Proven track record of creating scalable, high-traffic websites using WordPress and WooCommerce.
• Strong knowledge of PHP, JS, MySQL, Rest APIs, web development cycle, and programming techniques.
• Proficiency in GIT-based workflows and implementing them into a system.
• Focus on efficiency, user experience, and process improvement.
• Excellent time management skills, ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and strong communication skills.

Benefits:

• Salary between £40,000 - £70,000, negotiable based on experience.
• Company Bonus of 10% of salary upon meeting company goals.
• Service Bonus of £1,000 per annum up to 5 years.
• Flexible working hours, fully remote team, minimum of 34 holidays per year.
• Additional day off for your birthday, monthly all-team meetings and socials.
• Remote working tools and equipment provided, full private BUPA Healthcare coverage, pension scheme.