WordPress Developer
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled WordPress developers is surging, particularly with the rise of remote work. Companies like Uncanny Owl are at the forefront, requiring professionals adept at plugin development and API integrations. With a focus on innovative solutions and advanced PHP skills, this role invites developers to craft integral systems for various applications. As the digital landscape evolves, proficiency in AI-assisted coding is becoming essential, making this position particularly appealing for candidates eager to push the boundaries of their technical capabilities while enjoying the benefits of remote flexibility.
Job Description
About the Role
As a WordPress Developer at Uncanny Owl, you'll drive the development of integrations that connect WordPress to a variety of external services.Responsibilities
- Build new Automator integrations for third-party plugins and apps
- Scope, develop, and test product enhancements and features
- Collaborate with support teams to resolve bugs
- Refactor legacy code while ensuring backward compatibility
- Review pull requests and provide feedback
- Work on both front-end and back-end tasks as required
- Communicate effectively with the team via chat and video calls
Requirements
You Must Have
- 3+ years of WordPress plugin development experience
- 4+ years of advanced PHP proficiency
- Experience leveraging AI tools for development
- Familiarity with third-party APIs (e.g., Stripe, Zapier)
- Mastery of WordPress hooks
- Strong understanding of web security principles
- Experience with build tools like webpack
- Comfort with package managers such as Composer and NPM
- Proficient use of Git
Nice to Have
(None specified in the job posting)Benefits
(None specified in the job posting)How to Stand Out
- Highlight your experience with advanced PHP in your application to stand out.
- Showcase projects that demonstrate your API integration skills in your portfolio.
- Be prepared to discuss how you've utilized AI in your development processes during interviews.
- Demonstrate your ability to refactor legacy code and maintain backward compatibility.
- Ensure your GitHub showcases well-structured pull requests and your review process.
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