WordPress Developer

Appetiser challenges me to give the best version of myself. I like how the company is transparent about its business model and anyone can contribute with an idea for its improvement. The culture within the team is unique and everyone is talented and skillful in their profession. We set goals guided by virtues created by the team rather than the traditional core values.” - Jeff Miralles / iOS Developer

• Are you someone who is DRIVING themselves to peak performance?

• Are you excited by HELPING PEOPLE creating technology that impacts millions every day?

If you answered YES to these questions, you may be a fit for Appetiser Apps.

Join a high-performance team striving to become the Australian market leader and a worldwide phenomenon. Our competitors cannot keep up with our technology, pace, and track record of successful clients.

We need ambitious people like YOU to help us grow by 10X over the next 5 years.

We are seeking a skilled Full-Stack WordPress Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate is passionate about crafting seamless and responsive websites, has a keen eye for detail, and understands WordPress full-stack development best practices. You will collaborate with our design and development teams to turn creative designs into high-performing, responsive WordPress websites that deliver outstanding user experiences.

Ideally, you are deeply passionate about mobile development. If you’re dedicated to becoming your best, please apply! We accept applicants from these locations:

• Philippines

We will support you with remote work, recognition for your projects, world-class mentorship, mental health counseling, rapid career progression, creative opportunities, the ability to make decisions, optional offices, events, and a high-performance team around you. 

By joining us, you will have the opportunity to:

• TURN design mockups into responsive, fully functional WordPress sites.

• BUILD custom WordPress themes using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and PHP.

• TAILOR themes and plugins to meet unique client needs.

• SET UP site structure, make layout changes, and UPDATE content in WordPress.

• OPTIMIZE sites for speed, performance, and scalability.

• ENSURE compatibility across browsers and platforms.

• WORK with UI/UX designers to enhance website usability and design.

• MAINTAIN and TROUBLESHOOT WordPress sites to keep them running smoothly.

• STAY UP to date with the latest WordPress and full-stack development trends.

Job requirements

The right person for this role:

You don’t just communicate - you connect. You’re experienced in client/internal management, with a knack for understanding and interpreting their needs, providing clear solutions, and nurturing productive, long-term relationships

• Advanced English proficiency and communication skills both in speaking and writing

• You are comfortable and enjoy speaking with Australian clients

• Bring 3+ years of IT experience, with a strong background in mobile and web app development, plus a solid grasp of programming basics.

  • Proven experience in WordPress full-stack development (Portfolio required)

  • Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (jQuery/React/Angular/Vue), and PHP

  • Strong understanding of WordPress codex, theme hierarchy, and template structure

  • Experience with CSS frameworks (e.g., Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS).

  • Familiarity with front-end build tools like Gulp, Grunt, or Webpack.

  • Experience with responsive and adaptive design

  • Familiarity with version control (Git).

  • Experience in website performance optimization (PageSpeed, caching, etc.).

  • Knowledge of SEO best practices (on-page optimization, speed).

  • Basic understanding of MySQL databases.

  • Experience working with popular WordPress builders (e.g., Divi, Elementor, Avada).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and AJAX.

• Experience with WooCommerce and WordPress plugin development.

• Understanding of security best practices for WordPress.

• Familiarity with website hosting environments (cPanel, AWS, DigitalOcean).

• Knowledge of modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue.js).

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Essentials:

• Personal working laptop or desktop computer

• Reliable internet speed (at least 30 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload)

With this, you will get:

• Flexible Work Arrangements: The ability to work from anywhere in the world as long as you perform.

• Growth Opportunities: Work alongside a high-caliber team with opportunities for professional development. Rapid progression pathways to accelerate your career.

• Global Impact: Design products that reach users worldwide and truly make a difference!

• Public recognition for your achievements as you build a personal portfolio & track record.

• Opportunities for performance psychology and counseling.

• A world-class team of drivers to help you become your best.

If this resonates with you, and you can envision yourself thriving as Appetiser's newest generation of winners, apply today.

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