Micro 9 Group is a next-gen digital agency specialising in web solutions for a diverse client base. As we continue to expand, we are looking for an experienced Web Developer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has expertise in WordPress development, web design, SEO, server management, and e-commerce. If you are passionate about building high-performance websites and mentoring others, we’d love to have you on board.

Key Responsibilities

• WordPress Development: Build, customize, and maintain WordPress websites, ensuring optimal performance, security, and user experience.
• Design & UI/UX: Develop responsive and aesthetic website designs using industry-standard tools (Figma, Adobe XD, etc.).
• Theme & Plugin Management: Create, manage, and optimize WordPress themes and plugins.
• Performance & Security Optimization: Conduct performance tests, troubleshoot issues, and implement security best practices (SSL, DDoS protection, WAF configurations).
• SEO Implementation: Apply technical and on-page SEO strategies to improve website visibility and search rankings, including schema markup, Core Web Vitals optimization, and structured data implementation.
• Server & Hosting Management: Configure and maintain hosting environments (AWS, cPanel, VPS), manage domain setups, and troubleshoot server-related issues (DNS configurations, SSL installations, firewall setups).
• E-commerce Development: Integrate and customize Shopify and other e-commerce platforms, ensuring seamless functionality and API integrations.
• Training & Knowledge Sharing: Conduct training sessions for team members and clients on best practices for WordPress, SEO, and e-commerce.
• System Integration & Testing: Perform System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure site functionality.
• Data Analytics & Tagging: Work with analytics tools (Looker Studio, GA4, Adobe) and manage event tracking tags for performance analysis.

Technical Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in WordPress development (strictly mandatory).
• Expertise in e-commerce platforms (Shopify experience is mandatory).
• Strong proficiency in PHP, JavaScript, CSS3, HTML5, and jQuery.
• Proficient in MySQL database management, including database optimization and query performance tuning.
• Experience with code versioning tools (Git, SVN, Mercurial) and CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment.
• Experience with debugging tools (Chrome Inspector, Firebug) and web performance monitoring tools(Lighthouse, PageSpeed Insights).
• Server management expertise, including AWS, hosting configurations, domain setups, and Linux server administration.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and third-party API integrations.
• Experience with Web Application Firewalls (WAF), CDN configurations (Cloudflare, Fastly), and security hardening measures.
• Familiarity with Laravel, Next.js, or React.js is a plus.
• Knowledge of headless CMS, decoupled architectures, and Jamstack development is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage projects effectively.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with headless WordPress or decoupled architectures.
• Advanced site migration, security best practices, and hosting configurations.
• Familiarity with web accessibility standards and compliance (WCAG 2.1, ARIA roles)

Important Notice on Recruitment Fraud

Micro 9 Group upholds a merit-based hiring process with thorough screening. We do not charge fees or request security deposits from candidates at any stage. Beware of recruitment scams where individuals falsely represent our company to solicit money or personal information. To ensure legitimacy, apply only via our official website, LinkedIn, or verified company email.

If you meet the requirements and are ready to contribute to an innovative team, we encourage you to apply today!