Web Developer (WordPress & PHP)

Location: Scottsdale, AZ | Full-Time, Direct Hire | On-Site

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM

Work Authorization: US Citizens or Green Card Holders Only

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced WordPress & PHP Developer to build and manage websites and help establish our web development function from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and customize WordPress websites, themes, and plugins.
• Build custom functionality using PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and MySQL.
• Manage API integrations, custom post types, and website functionality.
• Handle VPS hosting, domains, SSL, backups, security, and performance.
• Optimize websites for SEO, speed, and Core Web Vitals.
• Troubleshoot website, server, and database issues.
• Communicate with clients, gather requirements, and conduct website demos.
• Manage multiple projects and coordinate with marketing and design teams.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional PHP and WordPress development experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with custom themes and plugins.
• Proficiency in PHP, WordPress, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and MySQL.
• Experience with REST API integrations and VPS/server management.
• Knowledge of website security, SEO, and performance optimization.
• Strong communication, troubleshooting, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.

Preferred:

5+ years of experience, AWS/cloud hosting knowledge, and experience building a web development function from scratch.