Senior WordPress Developer

About us:

Talent has no borders. Proxify’s mission is to connect top developers around the world with the opportunities they deserve. So, it doesn’t matter where you are; we are here to help you fast-track your independent career in the right direction. ?

Since our launch, Proxify’s developers have successfully worked with 1200+ happy clients to build their products and growth features. 5000+ talented developers trust Proxify and its network to fulfill their dreams and objectives.

Proxify is shaped by a global network of supportive, talented developers interested in remote full-time jobs. Our Glassdoor (4.5/5) and Trustpilot (4.8/5) ratings reflect the trust developers place in us and our commitment to our members’ success.

The Role:

We are looking for a Senior WordPress Developer to join one of our high-growth client teams. You will be responsible for architecting and building sophisticated, high-performance web experiences that push the boundaries of what WordPress can do.

In this role, you aren’t just installing plugins; you are building custom Gutenberg blocks, managing complex Headless WordPress integrations via the REST API or GraphQL, and optimizing enterprise-level multisite environments. You will lead the technical direction for web projects, ensuring clean, maintainable code and exceptional site speed.

What we are looking for:

• Deep knowledge of PHP 8.x and WordPress core functions, hooks, and filters.
• Strong experience with React.js, specifically for building custom Gutenberg blocks and interactive editor components.
• Proven ability to build custom themes (FSE/Block-based) and plugins from scratch without relying on heavy page builders.
• Expert-level understanding of the WordPress REST API and WPGraphQL for headless or decoupled setups.
• Solid experience with MySQL optimization, object caching (Redis/Memcached), and Core Web Vitals.
• Proficiency with modern build tools (Webpack, Vite, Composer) and version control (Git).
• A commitment to the WordPress Coding Standards and building accessible (WCAG compliant) interfaces.
• Located in CET timezone (+/- 3 hours), we are unable to consider applications from candidates in other time zones.

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with Roots stack (Sage, Bedrock, Trellis).
• Familiarity with Next.js or Gatsby for headless frontend development.
• Knowledge of WooCommerce customization at scale.
• Experience with Unit Testing (PHPUnit) and E2E testing (Playwright/Cypress).

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop bespoke WordPress themes and plugins tailored to specific client business goals.
• Create advanced, user-friendly Block patterns and custom blocks to empower content editors.
• Support the migration of legacy sites to modern block-based or headless architectures.
• Maintain high standards within the client’s team by conducting thorough code reviews and sharing WordPress best practices.
• Implement robust security protocols and ensure the long-term stability of the WordPress environment.

What we offer:

Get paid, not played

No more unreliable clients. Enjoy on-time monthly payments with flexible withdrawal options.

Predictable project hours

Enjoy a harmonious work-life balance with consistent 8-hour working days with clients.

Flex days, so you can recharge

Enjoy up to 24 flex days off per year without losing pay, for full-time positions found through Proxify.

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One seamless process, multiple opportunities

A one-time contracting process for endless opportunities, with no extra assessments.

Compensation

Enjoy the same pay, every month with positions landed through Proxify.