WordPress Developer at DeFi Planet

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled WordPress Developer to join our team at DeFi Planet on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of WordPress development, including theme customization, plugin integration, and website optimization. You will build, maintain, and enhance WordPress websites, ensuring they meet our requirements and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and customize WordPress themes and plugins to meet project requirements
• Build and maintain responsive and user-friendly websites using WordPress
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to WordPress sites, including managing backups and monitoring server performance
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cPanel hosting, such as SSL configuration, domain redirection, and DNS settings
• Collaborate with hosting providers to address performance and server-related issues
• Perform regular website backups through cPanel and ensure timely restoration in case of data loss
• Ensure all pages are indexed by Google and respond proactively to resolve instances where pages are no longer indexed
• Proactively and diligently manage third-party integrations such as plugins and APIs
• Design, implement, and maintain XML and HTML sitemaps to ensure optimal site structure, improve search engine crawlability, and support SEO strategies, including automated sitemap generation and dynamic updates for new content
• Carry out technology administrator tasks such as setting up author profile accounts on WordPress
• Collaborate with colleagues and external technology consultants to implement website features and functionalities in a timely manner
• Optimize websites for performance, speed, and Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
• Ensure websites are secure, updated, and functional across various browser and device types
• Participate in testing and quality assurance processes

Required Skills and Experience

• Solid understanding of WordPress development
• Experience with theme customization and plugin integration
• Knowledge of website optimization and SEO best practices
• Familiarity with cPanel hosting management
• Experience with XML and HTML sitemaps
• Understanding of SSL configuration, domain management, and DNS settings
• Server performance monitoring and backup management experience

Location

Lagos, Nigeria