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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior WordPress Developer - **Company:** Wagada - **Location:** Cheltenham, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £35,000.0 - £50,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** PHP (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, HTML5, Browser Compatibility, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Computing, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), JSON, JQuery, Python (Programming Language), Laravel, Linux System Administration, MySQL, Node.Js, Performance Tuning, Software Engineering, TypeScript, Web Applications, Web Usability, WooCommerce, WordPress, Sql Optimization, GitHub Copilot, ReactJS, Express.js, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Git, Fastapi, Syntactically Awesome Style Sheets (SASS), Webpack, Graphql, Restful APIs, Es2015, Api Management, Docker - **Published:** July 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=639bdfd974a0a390 ## About the Role * · Loves solving technical challenges. * · Takes pride in writing clean, maintainable code. * · Is naturally curious about new technologies. * · Enjoys mentoring and developing others. * · Can confidently communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences. * · Thrives in a collaborative environment. * · Is organised and self-motivated. * · Is passionate about delivering outstanding client experiences. ## Description We're looking for an experienced Senior WordPress Developer to join our growing development team. This is a hands-on technical role where you'll be responsible for designing, developing and maintaining bespoke WordPress websites and web applications while mentoring junior developers and working closely with clients throughout the project lifecycle. You'll be expected to take ownership of projects, contribute to technical strategy and help drive the adoption of AI-assisted development across the business. Responsibilities * Lead the technical delivery of bespoke WordPress websites and applications. * Develop custom WordPress themes, plugins and Gutenberg blocks. * Produce clean, maintainable and well-documented code. * Build responsive, accessible and high-performance websites. * Work collaboratively with designers, project managers and clients. * Mentor and support junior developers. * Lead technical discussions and code reviews. * Attend client meetings and translate business requirements into technical solutions. * Identify opportunities to improve workflows through automation and AI. * Contribute to architectural decisions and technical best practice. * Keep up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends. Essential Skills & Experience WordPress Development * Expert knowledge of WordPress development * Advanced PHP * MySQL * WordPress REST API * Custom Post Types * Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) * Custom plugin development * WooCommerce experience * Gutenberg Block development * WordPress security best practices * Performance optimisation and Core Web Vitals Front End * HTML5 * CSS3 * SASS/SCSS * JavaScript (ES6+) * jQuery * Responsive development * Cross-browser compatibility * Modern Development * Git version control * Composer * npm * Vite * REST APIs * JSON * CI/CD principles Experience in one or more of the following would be highly advantageous: * React * Node.js * Python * Laravel * TypeScript * Docker * Linux server administration * Cloud hosting platforms * Headless WordPress * GraphQL * FastAPI or Express.js * SQL optimisation AI & Emerging Technologies We're looking for developers who are enthusiastic about the future of AI-assisted software development. Ideally, you'll have experience of, or a genuine interest in: * Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) * Model Context Protocol (MCP) * AI Agents and Agentic Workflows * AI-assisted software development using tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot or Cursor * Prompt engineering * API integrations with modern AI platforms * Workflow automation We don't expect applicants to be experts in every AI technology, but we're looking for someone who's excited to learn and help shape how AI enhances software development within our business. As a senior member of the team, you'll be expected to: * · Mentor junior developers * · Lead technical discussions * · Conduct code reviews * · Help establish development standards * · Work directly with clients * · Present technical solutions in a clear, non-technical manner * · Manage priorities across multiple projects * · Build strong relationships with clients and colleagues ## Related Videos - [Kill Your WordPress. Ship in Minutes. 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