The Opportunity
We’re seeking a dedicated Backend Developer to join our core team. This is a unique role focused on building robust WordPress functionality within our core technologies: mastering our custom theme framework, supporting advanced Elementor widgets, and developing custom Gutenberg blocks.
Position: PHP & WordPress Backend Developer (Fully Remote)
Location: Fully Remote (Greece-based preferred for timezone alignment)
Type: Full-time, Long-term Collaboration
1.
Your Primary Focus:
Backend Development & Custom Functionality:
- Develop and maintain custom post types, taxonomies, and advanced custom fields.
- Build complex search filters, AJAX-based functionalities, and form handlers.
- Collaborate with our front-end developer on Elementor widget backend requirements.
- Create and integrate REST APIs and third-party service connections.
- Write clean and efficient database queries.
- Follow security best practices in backend development.
Future-Facing Development:
- Learn and eventually lead the development of custom Gutenberg blocks.
- Contribute to architectural planning for our transition to FSE/themes.
2.
What You’ll Work With:
Our Current Stack You’ll Master:
- Custom WordPress Theme Framework.
- Elementor (backend integration points).
- Our proprietary custom fields framework (built in-house).
- Modern PHP (OOP, namespaces, Composer).
- REST API & AJAX patterns.
- Gutenberg block development environment.
Future Direction:
- Full Site Editing (FSE) architecture.
- Block theme development.
- theme.json configuration.
- Modern WordPress block patterns.
3.
What We’re Looking For:
Essential Backend Skills:
- Strong PHP and OOP fundamentals.
- Experience with WordPress backend development (CPTs, taxonomies, hooks).
- Understanding of database design and optimization.
- Experience with REST APIs and AJAX implementations.
- Knowledge of security best practices.
Crucial Mindset:
- Willingness to learn our theme framework and development standards.
- Problem-solving orientation for complex backend challenges.
- Interest in modern WordPress trends, especially Gutenberg and FSE.
- Collaborative spirit to work with our front-end team.
Bonus Points For:
- Any experience with React (for Gutenberg development).
- Knowledge of modern build tools (Webpack, Vite).
- Understanding of block theme architecture.
- Experience with version control systems like Git.
4.
Fully Remote & Flexible:
This is a 100% remote position with flexible hours. We focus on results, not micromanagement. All we ask is for good communication and some timezone overlap with Greece for team collaboration.
- Work from anywhere.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Modern collaboration tools (Slack, ClickUp project management, etc.).
- Regular team meetings and clear communication.
Do you really feel
that this is the perfect job for you?
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