WordPress Backend Developer

About the job WordPress Backend Developer

Position Title: WordPress Backend Developer
Timings: 04:00pm - 1:00am
Department: Software Engineering
Location: Ikonic, Plot # 176, Korang Road, near Rahat Bakers, I-10/3, Islamabad

About Us:
IKONICis a US-based IT company headquartered in Miami, Florida, serving clients globally for over 9 years. Were known for building scalable digital solutions and high-performing product teams. Innovation, ownership, and outcomes are core to how we work.
Position Purpose:
We are looking to hire a highly skilled WordPress Backend Developer to build, enhance, and maintain scalable and secure WordPress websites for our clients. You will be responsible for server-side development, custom plugin and theme development, API integrations, database optimization, and ensuring high performance and security across all WordPress installations.
Requirements
Education and Professional Qualification:

• Bachelor or equivalent degree from a reputed educational Institute, preferably in computer programming, computer science, or a related field.
  
• Certification(s): Not mandatory, but certification in a relevant field is a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum 1.5 years of relevant experience as a WordPress Backend Developer.

Responsibilities:

Develop, maintain, and optimize custom WordPress plugins, themes, and backend functionalities to meet project requirements.Implement and manage custom post types, taxonomies, REST APIs, hooks, and filters to enhance WordPress capabilities.Ensure robust security practices, including sanitization, validation, access control, and protection against vulnerabilities such as XSS, CSRF, and SQL injection.Create and manage ACF field groups and backend structures to support dynamic and scalable site content.Integrate third-party APIs, external services, and custom data sources into WordPress applications.Optimize backend performance, database queries, and server configurations to achieve high Google PageSpeed and performance scores.Collaborate with frontend developers to implement backend logic that powers seamless user interfaces.Debug and resolve complex issues related to backend functionality, plugin conflicts, database errors, and integrations.Maintain, update, and enhance WordPress core, themes, and plugins while ensuring compatibility and performance.Structure clean, reusable, and scalable code following WordPress coding standards.Implement and manage caching systems, performance optimization, and database indexing to improve overall site efficiency.Ensure compatibility of backend systems across multiple hosting environments and server configurationsCreate detailed documentation for backend processes, APIs, custom functionalities, and ACU structures for internal teams and clientsWork closely with cross-functional teams such as frontend, QA, content, and marketing to deliver high-quality technical solutionsStay updated with the latest backend development trends, WordPress improvements, and security advancementsConduct code reviews, troubleshoot issues, and provide technical solutions to support long-term website stability.

Support scalable architecture and infrastructure strategies to accommodate growing traffic, data, and system complexity.
Requirements:

Experience with ACF, custom post types, taxonomies, and backend configuration.

Strong understanding of security best practices, data validation, and secure coding principles.

Experience with version control systems such as Git.

Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve complex backend issues efficiently.

Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.

Familiarity with server environments, hosting setups, and tools like cPanel, WHM, or CLI.

Knowledge of performance optimization techniques such as caching, database tuning, and code optimization.

Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with designers, developers, and stakeholders.

Flexibility to accommodate evolving project requirements and business needs.

Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Willingness to take on additional tasks to support overall business objectives.
Ability to translate technical requirements into functional backend systems.

Strong expertise in creating and managing custom WordPress plugins, themes, and server-side logic.

Proficiency in PHP, MySQL, WordPress REST API, and WordPress backend architecture.

Benefits

• EOBI
  
• Provident Fund
  
• Medical Health Insurance
  
• Accommodation
  
• Annual Leaves
  
• Casual leaves
  
• Sick Leaves
  
• Bereavement Leaves
  
• Marriage Leaves
  
• Paternity Leaves
  
• Maternity Leaves

Why Should You Join IKONIC?

At IKONIC, we believe in providing opportunities to all its employees, which is why our job comes with a variety of challenging assessments meant to catapult your career to the next level. This is made evident with our offerings such as:

• A growth mindset through the help of experienced and helpful Mentors. Ikonic is made up of passionate individuals who aim to support each other in their training as well as day-to-day tasks.
  
• A Dynamic Environment where we focus on encouraging initiatives, promoting agility and creating a work/life balance. We know the value you bring in, and we aim to nurture it.
  
• Market Competitive Compensation based upon your professional qualifications and skill set.
  
• As an Equal employment opportunity provider. All employment-associated decisions are based on an individual's merit.
  

Note: Above goals and job descriptions are indicative and subject to change.