> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4519107-wordpress-developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4519107-wordpress-developer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # WordPress Developer - **Company:** Virtasant, LLC - **Location:** Austin, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), PHP (Programming Language), Ajax (Programming Language), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Delivery, Data Integration, Google Analytics, JSON, JQuery, MySQL, Performance Tuning, Web Performance Optimization, WordPress, Google Tag Manager, Autoscaling, Backend, Git, Data Layers, Graphql, Front End Software Development - **Published:** November 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/wordpress-developer-austin-tx--36e71708-9a65-4bb1-975d-0ba94704f320 ## About the Role Wordpress, Cost Control, Cloud Architecture, Fortune 500 Customers, Startup, Cloud Computing, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Autoscaling, Real Estate, * 3 to 5+ years of experience in the stack below * Frontend developmentmastery (HTML, CSS, JS, AJAX) * Expert in CSS, SCSS, jQuery, JavaScript, Scoping JS and CSS, Ajax requests and responses * PHP Expertise: creating and working with Custom Classes, Hooks, Filters, Actions, and troubleshooting * WordPress Experience - Strong experience with CPTs, custom PHP templates, Plugins, Themes, WP built-in Functions, and troubleshooting. + ACF and Gutenberg are really neat nice-to-haves! * External API Integration Experience - Working with REST and/or GraphQL APIs, including external endpoints, JSON payloads, request/response handling, and data integration using PHP and JavaScript. * Experience with MySQL and efficient DB queries, using WP built-in functions, making efficient/light calls with speed in mind * 2+ years' experience using Git for WordPress - GIT command line and repository control is a must-have; no learning this on the job * Ability to spot and defuse potential issues, * Experience with GA4 and Google Tag Manager (GTM), including implementing custom JavaScript events, data layer pushes, and tracking parameters. ## Description Our client is a US company that specializes in online real estate marketplaces, making a difference in the way people buy and sell their homes. As a crucial member of our client's team, you'll be the creative force behind their consumer-facing WordPress site. You'll weave your magic using a combination of WordPress wizardry and PHP prowess to build and maintain captivating websites. Your innovative solutions and commitment to efficiency will drive our client towards delivering an unmatched website experience that customers can trust. You will be fully remote, but you need to be based in Latin America., * Frontend WordPress Development: Use your expertise in WordPress, PHP, and frontend technologies (JavaScript/CSS) to enhance the consumer-facing websites and deliver a seamless, responsive user experience that meets the company's high standards. * SEO Integration and Optimization: Work with the SEO and content teams to develop, document, and implement technical SEO requirements. Ensure all frontend and backend work follows SEO best practices, including site speed, mobile-first indexing, and schema markup. * Performance Optimization: Find and apply best practices for code efficiency, troubleshoot potential issues, and ensure all development work contributes to a fast, reliable website.