Backend Web Developer

We have an exciting opportunity to join our client as a Back-end Web Developer. They are looking for a self-motivated and disciplined individual who can commute to Leeds 2/3 days per week. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with a variety of work including supporting and troubleshooting on WordPress focusing on LearnDash and WooCommerce websites as well as a variety of extensions including payment gateways, shipping providers, tax providers, membership plugins and booking plugins, etc. This role requires a problem-solver who can break down challenges and develop efficient code solutions. On a daily basis, you might be building code from scratch or modifying and improving third-party code to meet specific needs. Equally important is their team's strong focus on excellent communication, which includes quick response times and clear, concise written and verbal skills. They prioritise delivering an exceptional user experience and always go the extra mile, so they are seeking candidates who share this commitment. Job Responsibilities: * Support WordPress websites * Knowledge of coding * Complete on-going tasks for existing websites and Laravel apps * Build and support custom WordPress plugins, with a particular emphasis on extending existing plugins such as WooCommerce, LearnDash LMS, and Gravity Forms * Contribute as-needed to larger custom PHP/MySQL development projects * Help prioritise tasks on the Kanban board and share best practices with lean, agile methodology within the business Required Skills: In-depth experience using (and extending) WooCommerce, WooCommerce Subscriptions, payment plugins, shipping plugins, tax plugins, etc. In-depth experience using (and extending) Gravity Forms, GravityWiz, GravityKit Support and troubleshooting, and the ability to quickly identify and solve problems for clients Experience leveraging, adapting, and supporting pre-built WordPress themes and plugins Custom WordPress plugin development Third-party API Integrations Linux command-line tools including WP-CLI and writing custom WP-CLI commands Custom PHP/MySQL Development jQuery/Javascript Git Debugging issues by analyzing debug, error, and access logs Excellent verbal and written communication skills Attention to detail Ability to quickly learn new skills and techniques Competence working independently, while also being flexible, willing to learn, and a good team player Desired Skills (Some experience preferred, but must be willing to learn): Specific WordPress plugin experience with WP All Import/Export Experience working with Digital Ocean and Cloudways hosting platform services DNS Management Experience with Web Application Firewalls Website performance analysis and optimization Specific WordPress theme/builder experience with Elementor and Elementor Pro Experience At least 4 years of experience in backend development specifically within the WordPress and WooCommerce ecosystem. At least 1 year of experience working in a remote position. Platforms, Tools, Plugins and Apps Wordpress Woocommerce LearnDash ElementorElementor Pro Gravity Forms Zoho Linux command line Git/Bitbucket Laravel If this sounds like the role for you, apply now! Appoint Consulting is a Recruitment Business having sought agreement from their clients to find candidates for these roles, in accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Business Regulations Act 2003. In accordance with the Employment Agencies Act 1973, Appoint Consulting will not charge any individual seeking employment through their services. If this role is not suitable for you, we would be happy to have an informal discussion regarding any future opportunities. While we will endeavour to respond to every applicant personally, on occasion this is not always possible, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 14 days of applying, you have been unsuccessful