Wordpress Developer (Remote or NYC-Based)

Category: Internet Services Location: Dignotion is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented WordPress Developer to support a range of high-impact web projects. This is a remote, project-based opportunity with flexible hours, ideal for developers who are comfortable working independently and bringing custom, performance-optimized WordPress solutions to life. In this role, you’ll work on both new builds and existing properties, including the development of feature-rich, fast-loading websites. Many of our projects involve complex content structures, dynamic listings, and third-party integrations—so strong experience with custom development beyond basic theming is essential. Key Responsibilities • Develop, customize, and maintain WordPress websites (themes, plugins, custom features) • Build pages from scratch with and without page builders (e.g. Elementor) • Optimize websites for performance, Web Core Vitals, and mobile responsiveness • Manage and monitor bug tracking, QA, and ongoing maintenance • Implement both backend and frontend features to spec • Support WooCommerce development and optimization • Improve site speed via caching, lazy loading, and optimized code • Configure complex hosting setups, load balancers, and Git-based version control • Integrate third-party APIs and dynamic content • Translate project briefs into development roadmaps and deliverables • Coordinate with internal teams and plugin/theme developers when needed Requirements • 3+ years of hands-on WordPress development experience • Strong skills in HTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, and related toolkits • Experience working with REST APIs (advantage) • Familiarity with Git workflows and version control (advantage) • Understanding of cross-browser compatibility and responsive design • Ability to plan structured, scalable builds and follow through independently • Excellent communication and fluent written English • Experience working remotely and managing tasks asynchronously • Familiarity with page builders like Elementor (advantage) • Experience with affiliate marketing tools or link tracking (advantage) Additional Bonus Points If You Have: • Prior work developing listing-based, comparison, or directory-style websites • Comfort working with structured content, advanced filtering, and UX-driven data presentation • Experience creating CMS-driven experiences tailored for performance and scalability Benefits • Fully remote or hybrid work (NYC-based optional) • Flexible working hours and project scope • Competitive rates, defined individually per project and experience level • Opportunity to work on technically challenging, high-visibility builds with a skilled and collaborative team Details Originally posted on Himalayas