WordPress Developer

HTF Staffing is seeking a skilled WordPress Developer to build, enhance, and maintain engaging websites for clients and project teams. This role is suited to a thoughtful, detail-oriented developer who combines strong technical skills with a commitment to usability, accessibility, performance, and reliable collaboration. About The Company HTF Staffing connects organizations with talented professionals who help deliver high-quality digital solutions. We value clear communication, practical problem-solving, and collaborative work. Our teams partner with clients and stakeholders to create websites that support business goals while offering visitors a consistent, accessible, and intuitive experience. As a WordPress Developer, you will contribute to projects from initial design implementation through ongoing optimization and maintenance. About The Role In this role, you will develop and support WordPress websites based on client requirements, approved design files, and project specifications. You will work closely with UX/UI designers, content teams, SEO specialists, and other developers to turn concepts into responsive, maintainable websites. The work includes customizing themes and templates, creating Gutenberg blocks, extending WordPress functionality, and resolving issues across site environments. You will help ensure that each solution performs well across browsers and devices, follows established development standards, and is straightforward for clients or internal teams to manage. Qualifications Qualified candidates will have professional experience developing and maintaining WordPress websites, along with a strong understanding of PHP, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and WordPress theme and plugin architecture. Experience creating custom post types, Gutenberg blocks, plugins, and REST API integrations is valuable. You should be familiar with responsive design, semantic markup, accessibility principles, search engine optimization fundamentals, and website performance practices. The ability to test across browsers and devices, troubleshoot technical issues, and work with databases and server-side configurations is important. We also value clear written communication, careful documentation, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively with designers, clients, and technical colleagues. A commitment to learning about WordPress updates and evolving web development practices is essential. Responsibilities Collaborate with UX/UI designers and project stakeholders to translate approved designs and specifications into functional, user-friendly WordPress websites. Develop responsive layouts, customize themes and template files, and build reusable Gutenberg blocks as required. Write clear, maintainable code that follows relevant community standards and consistent team conventions for PHP, CSS, JavaScript, HTML, accessibility, and semantic HTML5. Implement SEO recommendations provided by in-house or external specialists, and test websites across browsers, devices, and screen sizes. Evaluate and improve website speed and user experience, using PageSpeed Insights, Core Web Vitals, and Page Experience guidance as appropriate. Extend WordPress through custom post types, plugins, and REST API connections. Support CMS, database, and server-side configuration needs; test and apply updates to WordPress core, plugins, and themes; and troubleshoot issues involving code, hosting, or third-party software. Provide practical technical support and CMS training, document solutions and development processes, and stay informed about platform updates and relevant best practices. Benefits HTF Staffing offers the opportunity to contribute to varied website projects and work alongside professionals with complementary skills. You can apply your development expertise to practical client needs, strengthen your technical capabilities, and help shape digital experiences from implementation through ongoing improvement. Specific compensation, benefits, and work arrangements will be discussed during the hiring process and may depend on the position and employment terms. Equal Opportunity HTF Staffing is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and evaluate candidates based on their qualifications, experience, skills, and role-related requirements. Employment decisions are made without discrimination in accordance with applicable laws.