Senior Wordrpess IT Specialist (Philippines)
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Job Overview: We are currently looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior IT Specialist with expertise in WordPress and WooCommerce to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in developing, customizing, and maintaining WordPress websites and WooCommerce online stores. This role involves leading IT projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and providing advanced technical support to optimize our web presence and e-commerce operations. Salary in PH: PHP 400 - PHP 500 per hour || Salary in USD : $8 - $10 USD per hour Work Schedule: 9 am to 5:30 pm Monday to Friday Sydney Australia time Responsibilities:
- Develop, customize, and maintain WordPress websites and WooCommerce platforms to meet business requirements and enhance user experience.
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects related to web development and e-commerce, ensuring alignment with company objectives and timelines.
- Collaborate with marketing, design, and content teams to integrate functionalities that support SEO, content management, and digital marketing strategies.
- Implement and maintain high-level security measures to protect websites and online stores against cyber threats.
- Monitor website and e-commerce performance, conducting regular audits to identify and resolve issues affecting site speed, responsiveness, and overall health.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to IT team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
- Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in WordPress, WooCommerce, and web development, recommending and implementing new tools and practices to drive efficiency and competitiveness.
- Manage and optimize hosting environments, including server configuration, database management, and backups.
- Troubleshoot complex technical issues, offering timely and effective solutions to ensure minimal downtime and optimal performance.
- Liaise with external vendors and service providers, coordinating tasks and managing relationships to support project objectives.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT, with a strong focus on WordPress and WooCommerce development and maintenance.
- Proficient in PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and SQL, with a deep understanding of WordPress themes, plugins, and customization techniques.
- Experience in managing IT projects, with a proven track record of successful project delivery.
- Strong knowledge of web security principles and best practices.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
- Familiarity with SEO principles, digital marketing tools, and content management strategies.
- Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with all levels of management.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- You are required to use Hubstaff for monitoring purposes, where the app will capture screenshots of your computer screen to verify your work activity.
- Work from home
- Access to diverse projects
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Collaboration with diverse teams
- No commute time
- No dress code (unless there’s a meeting!)
- Eco-friendly work lifestyle
- Exposure to a multicultural team
- Potential for long-term engagement
- Improved work-life balance
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