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Back-end Developer (WordPress) (SA)

Remote: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
Work from: 
South Africa

Offer summary

Qualifications:

3+ years in back-end development, Expertise in WordPress and PHP, Proficient in MySQL and SQL, Knowledge of REST APIs and integrations, Familiarity with version control systems.

Key responsabilities:

  • Build and maintain custom WordPress plugins
  • Develop server-side logic for performance
  • Optimize websites for speed and security
  • Integrate third-party services using APIs
  • Collaborate with front-end developers
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Greenpark Madtech: Marketing + Advertising + Technology Scaleup https://greenpark.digital.com/
201 - 500 Employees
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Job description

About Greenpark 

 

Greenpark is a global, award-winning, performance-driven content leader and brand publishing agency. Our purpose is to create meaningful connections that impact people’s lives through performance-driven content for search and social. Our unique expertise in Omnichannel Search & Insights, Creative Content and Performance Tech are delivered to our clients via an ad agency and in-house model.  

We do this for a global client portfolio including Unilever, Campari Group, AIA, Sanofi, Nestle, Lipton, Kimberley Clark, Straumann, Ricola, Globe Telecom, and more. 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

 

  • Build and maintain custom WordPress plugins and themes to meet specific client requirements. 
  • Develop server-side logic and databases to support robust website performance. 
  • Optimize WordPress websites for scalability, speed, and security. 
  • Integrate third-party services using APIs and SDKs to extend website functionality. 
  • Collaborate with front-end developers to ensure seamless integration of back-end functionality with UI/UX design. 
  • Troubleshoot and resolve back-end issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal website performance. 
  • Implement and maintain best practices for WordPress development, including version control and deployment workflows. 

 

Requirements: 

 

  • 3+ years of experience in back-end development with strong expertise in WordPress. 
  • Proficient in PHP/WordPress, MySQL. 
  • Experience with WordPress plugin and theme development. 
  • Strong understanding of REST APIs and third-party integrations. 
  • Knowledge of SQL 
  • Experience with WordPress security best practices and performance optimization techniques. 
  • Familiarity with version control systems like Git. 
  • Knowledge of Unit Testing. 

 

Preferred: 

 

  • Experience in JavaScript, HTML and CSS. 
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud-based infrastructure. 
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and continuous integration/deployment workflows. 
  • Experience with Docker. 

Required profile

Experience

Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
Industry :
Madtech: Marketing + Advertising + Technology
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Collaboration

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