Proactively manage, update, and optimize existing WordPress themes/plugins and Shopify storefronts.

Conduct regular audits of site speed and Core Web Vitals, implementing advanced caching and database optimization to reduce latency.

Harden WordPress installations against vulnerabilities and manage Shopify private apps to ensure data integrity.

Maintain and improve API integrations between Shopify, WordPress, and internal CRM/ERP systems.

Perform code reviews and implement standardized Git workflows (CI/CD) to ensure deployments are bug-free.

Act as the subject matter expert, guiding junior developers and providing technical clarity to non-technical stakeholders.

Must-Haves:

Expert-level knowledge of PHP, custom theme development (not just builders), and the WordPress hook/filter system.

Shopify & Liquid: Deep experience with Shopify’s Liquid templating engine, Storefront API, and custom app development (Node.js or similar).

Front-End Proficiency: Strong command of JavaScript (ES6+), CSS3/SASS, and modern build tools (Webpack, Vite, or Gulp).

Database Management: Experience optimizing MySQL queries and understanding WordPress database schema at scale.

Version Control: Mastery of Git and experience managing multi-environment deployments (Dev, Staging, Production).

Experience with Headless CMS architectures (Hydrogen, Oxygen, or WP-Graph QL).

Familiarity with Cloud Infrastructure (AWS/GCP) or managed hosting (WP Engine, Pantheon).

Prior experience in a mid-to-large scale IT services or product environment.

Lead PHP Developer

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