WordPress Developer (Elementor, PHP, Site Speed Optimization) – Remote | U.S. HoursPosition Type: Full-Time, Remote Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours (flexibility for deployments & urgent fixes)About the RoleWe’re hiring a WordPress Developer who can build, customize, and optimize high-performing websites — not just assemble pages.This role combines development, performance optimization, and problem-solving. You’ll work across landing pages, blogs, and full websites, ensuring everything is fast, secure, SEO-optimized, and conversion-ready.If you’ve worked with Elementor + custom code + performance optimization, this role is a strong fit.What You’ll OwnWordPress Development (Core Focus)Build and customize WordPress websites using:ElementorDiviWPBakeryDevelop and maintain child themes for scalabilityCreate custom templates for:Landing pagesBlogsMarketing pagesPlugin Development & CustomizationWork with key plugins:WooCommerceYoast SEOContact Form 7Customize or extend plugins using PHPEnsure compatibility across themes, plugins, and updatesFront-End Development & UXConvert designs from:FigmaSketchAdobe XDBuild pixel-perfect, responsive layoutsEnsure:Cross-browser compatibilityMobile optimizationAccessibility (WCAG standards)Performance Optimization (Critical)Improve site speed using:CachingMinificationLazy loadingCDN integrationRun audits using:Google LighthouseGTmetrixOptimize Core Web Vitals for SEO + UXSecurity & MaintenanceManage updates (WordPress core, plugins, themes)Implement security using:WordfenceSucuriSet up backups and recovery processesCollaboration & SupportWork with marketing, design, and content teamsTroubleshoot bugs and site issuesSupport non-technical team members with CMS usageWhat Makes You a Strong FitYou are both developer + problem-solverYou care about performance, speed, and clean buildsYou can debug issues independentlyYou communicate clearly with non-technical teamsRequired Experience & Skills2+ years of WordPress development experienceStrong skills in:PHPHTMLCSSJavaScriptExperience with:Elementor / Divi / WPBakeryExperience with hosting platforms:cPanelWP EngineSiteGroundKinstaNice to Have (High-Value Candidates)WooCommerce store builds and customizationCustom plugin developmentSEO knowledge (technical + on-page)Git / version control workflowsExperience with CI/CD pipelinesWhat a Typical Day Looks LikeFix bugs, update content, and handle support ticketsBuild new landing pages or featuresOptimize performance and run speed auditsCollaborate with marketing on campaignsApply updates and ensure site securityPush changes via staging or GitIn short: You ensure every WordPress site is fast, secure, scalable, and conversion-ready.Key Metrics (KPIs)On-time delivery of builds and updatesPage load speed < 3 secondsCore Web Vitals ≥ 90%Minimal downtime and security issuesStrong internal team satisfactionWhy This Role Stands OutReal ownership of websites (not just maintenance)Work across performance, UX, and developmentExposure to marketing + conversion-focused buildsOpportunity to grow into senior dev / tech lead rolesInterview ProcessInitial Phone ScreenVideo Interview with RecruiterPractical Task:Build a landing page from Figma OR optimize a demo siteClient InterviewOffer & Background VerificationApply NowIf you:Know WordPress beyond drag-and-dropCare about speed, performance, and UXCan build and troubleshoot independentlyThis role is a strong fit.
WordPress Developer (Elementor, PHP, Site Speed Optimization) – Remote | U.S. Hours
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours (flexibility for deployments & urgent fixes)
About the Role
We’re hiring a WordPress Developer who can build, customize, and optimize high-performing websites — not just assemble pages.
This role combines development, performance optimization, and problem-solving. You’ll work across landing pages, blogs, and full websites, ensuring everything is fast, secure, SEO-optimized, and conversion-ready.
If you’ve worked with Elementor + custom code + performance optimization, this role is a strong fit.
What You’ll Own
WordPress Development (Core Focus)
- Build and customize WordPress websites using:
- Develop and maintain child themes for scalability
- Create custom templates for:
- Landing pages
- Blogs
- Marketing pages
Plugin Development & Customization
- Work with key plugins:
- WooCommerce
- Yoast SEO
- Contact Form 7
- Customize or extend plugins using PHP
- Ensure compatibility across themes, plugins, and updates
Front-End Development & UX
- Convert designs from:
- Build pixel-perfect, responsive layouts
- Ensure:
- Cross-browser compatibility
- Mobile optimization
- Accessibility (WCAG standards)
Performance Optimization (Critical)
- Improve site speed using:
- Caching
- Minification
- Lazy loading
- CDN integration
- Run audits using:
- Google Lighthouse
- GTmetrix
- Optimize Core Web Vitals for SEO + UX
Security & Maintenance
- Manage updates (WordPress core, plugins, themes)
- Implement security using:
- Set up backups and recovery processes
Collaboration & Support
- Work with marketing, design, and content teams
- Troubleshoot bugs and site issues
- Support non-technical team members with CMS usage
What Makes You a Strong Fit
- You are both developer + problem-solver
- You care about performance, speed, and clean builds
- You can debug issues independently
- You communicate clearly with non-technical teams
Required Experience & Skills
- 2+ years of WordPress development experience
- Strong skills in:
- Experience with:
- Elementor / Divi / WPBakery
- Experience with hosting platforms:
- cPanel
- WP Engine
- SiteGround
- Kinsta
Nice to Have (High-Value Candidates)
- WooCommerce store builds and customization
- Custom plugin development
- SEO knowledge (technical + on-page)
- Git / version control workflows
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines
What a Typical Day Looks Like
- Fix bugs, update content, and handle support tickets
- Build new landing pages or features
- Optimize performance and run speed audits
- Collaborate with marketing on campaigns
- Apply updates and ensure site security
- Push changes via staging or Git
In short:
You ensure every WordPress site is fast, secure, scalable, and conversion-ready.
Key Metrics (KPIs)
- On-time delivery of builds and updates
- Page load speed < 3 seconds
- Core Web Vitals ≥ 90%
- Minimal downtime and security issues
- Strong internal team satisfaction
Why This Role Stands Out
- Real ownership of websites (not just maintenance)
- Work across performance, UX, and development
- Exposure to marketing + conversion-focused builds
- Opportunity to grow into senior dev / tech lead roles
Interview Process
- Initial Phone Screen
- Video Interview with Recruiter
- Practical Task:
- Build a landing page from Figma OR optimize a demo site
- Client Interview
- Offer & Background Verification
Apply Now
If you:
- Know WordPress beyond drag-and-drop
- Care about speed, performance, and UX
- Can build and troubleshoot independently
This role is a strong fit.
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At Pavago, we redefine the boundaries of talent recruitment. Dive into a world where your geographical location doesn't restrict your career aspirations. As a distinguished international recruitment agency, we specialize in connecting remote talents with companies eager to tap into global expertise.
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