WordPress Developer

WordPress Developer – Global Wave Group

Location: Albany, Auckland (Office based)

Reports to: Head of IT

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the
  website using WordPress and PHP.

• Build responsive, high-performance web pages from UI/UX designs.

• Customize WordPress themes & plugins; write clean PHP code.

• Optimize website performance, speed, SEO structure, and user experience.

• Troubleshoot bugs, refine workflows, and improve site functionality.

• Work closely with product, marketing, and design teams to deliver updates.

Essential Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in WordPress or Front-End Development.

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

• Strong PHP programming skills.

• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery.

• Hands-on experience with WordPress themes, plugins, hooks, and filters.

• Understanding of SEO-friendly site structure.

• Professional English (written & verbal), Conversational Mandarin is a plus.

Desirable

• Experience with Element, WPBakery, or building custom plugins.

• Experience in the financial industry.

• Knowledge of REST APIs & website integrations.

• Familiarity with hosting, DNS, and server environments.