Wordpress Developer for a YouTube Channel (US-based/Remote)
Paired is a global staffing and recruiting agency that pairs remote work with top-tier talent. We help individuals from around the world connect with great companies that are looking for their specific skill set. Our mission is to provide great jobs to talented people, no matter where they are located.
We are looking for an experienced WordPress Developer who can build websites from scratch and handle custom development beyond basic theme customization.
This role is suited for someone with strong coding skills who understands WordPress at a deep level, including custom themes, plugins, and performance optimization. This is not a beginner role; we’re looking for someone who can take full ownership of development projects end-to-end.
Responsibilities:
Develop custom WordPress websites from scratch (not relying solely on pre-built themes)
Build and customize WordPress themes and plugins based on project requirements
Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code
Translate design mockups into fully functional WordPress websites
Optimize websites for performance, speed, and responsiveness
Ensure cross-browser and mobile compatibility
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve website issues efficiently
Maintain and update existing WordPress websites when needed
Implement best practices for security and SEO-friendly structure
Strong experience in WordPress development (not beginner level)
Proven ability to build WordPress websites from scratch
Strong ability to write clean, well-structured, and efficient code
Experience developing custom themes and/or plugins
Understanding of WordPress architecture, hooks, and APIs
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
Experience with responsive and mobile-first design