We are looking for a highly skilled developer that has experience in building websites using the WordPress framework. Candidates should have experience dealing with standard and custom theme development, plugin selection, plugin development, security, performance, mobile-first design, and custom integrations.
Must be able to work EDT business hours. 8am - 5pm New York time.
Must be dedicated, passionate and hard-working. Attitude is everything.
Must be able to work with a team and collaborate remotely. Hard workers and self-starters please apply.
Must have experience working in an agency production environment
Must have expert-level knowledge of WordPress Core and theme and plugin development with a strong understanding of all commonly used web technologies - JavaScript, jQuery, Ajax, PHP, HTML, CSS, LESS, SASS.
Experience with integrating 3rd party services via REST or webhooks on payment gateways, shipping and fulfillment and tax platforms
Must have published your own plugin to Git. Must be able to provide the link for our review
Experience with large complex Enterprise sites
Must have experience with custom themes and custom plugin development
Experience building E-commerce sites on the WooCommerce framework.
Experience in creating websites with popular WordPress page builders such as Gutenberg Block, Elementor, WP Bakery page builder, etc.
Experience with custom API integrations.
Experience with WordPress REST API/GraphQL.
Able to work with Adobe Photoshop, Sketch, Invision and Figma files.
Should have good understanding of code versioning tools like Git.
Must be able to produce quality bug-free work.
Should be good in debugging and troubleshooting issues.
Must be thoughtful and bring good ideas to the table.
Knowledge of headless WordPress architecture will be a plus.
WordPress VIP experience is a huge plus
Experience with Netlify CMS will be a plus.
Knowledge of front-end technologies Vue.js, React.js and Next.js a plus
Why Work for Curotec
Competitive salary
Additional benefits offered
Ability to grow and advance your career
Attend virtual developer conferences
Work on cutting edge and exciting projects
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