Hybrid Wordpress Web Developer

at MezTal

• Job title: Wordpress Web Developer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Bootstrap, JavaScript, jQuery, PHP, WordPress
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Guadalajara, Mexico

About the role

• Wordpress Developer designing and developing websites and web applications for clients. Collaborating with teams to ensure functionality, security, and performance optimization.

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.

Requirements

• 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.