Web Developer

Salary: Up to R28 000 per month, depending on experience

About the Role

We are looking for a Web Developer to build, maintain, and optimise WordPress websites. You will work across multiple projects, collaborate with internal teams, and deliver high-quality, performance-driven websites in a fast-paced digital marketing agency environment.

Main Duties:

• Build and maintain WordPress websites using themes, plugins, Elementor, WooCommerce, and custom development where required.
• Convert approved designs, wireframes, or Figma layouts into responsive WordPress websites.
• Create landing pages, service pages, blog layouts, product pages, and other website sections.
• Ensure websites are mobile-friendly, fast-loading, and cross-browser compatible.
• Set up and configure WordPress themes, child themes, plugins, menus, forms, and page templates.

• Perform regular website updates, plugin updates, theme updates, and content changes.
• Troubleshoot and fix website bugs, layout issues, plugin conflicts, and performance problems.
• Assist with website backups, security checks, and general site health monitoring.
• Improve website speed, usability, and technical performance where needed.

• Implement basic on-page SEO best practices, including headings, metadata, image alt text, internal linking, and clean URL structures.
• Work with SEO and content teams to ensure websites are structured for search visibility and conversions.
• Set up tracking tools such as Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Meta Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag, and Search Console when required.
• Build landing pages that support paid ads, lead generation, and marketing campaigns.

• Work closely with designers, copywriters, account managers, and digital marketers to deliver high-quality website projects.
• Interpret client briefs and provide technical input where required.
• Communicate project progress, technical limitations, and recommended solutions clearly.
• Assist with website handovers, documentation, and client training where needed.

Requirements:

• Proven experience building websites in WordPress.
• Strong experience with Elementor or similar WordPress page builders.
• Good understanding of HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript.
• Experience with WooCommerce will be advantageous.
• Understanding of responsive design and mobile-first development.
• Basic knowledge of technical SEO and website performance optimisation.
• Ability to troubleshoot WordPress errors, plugin conflicts, and layout issues.
• Experience working with hosting environments, domains, DNS, cPanel, or similar platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple website tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced agency environment.

Good to have:

• Experience with Figma, Adobe XD, or design handoff tools.
• Experience with custom WordPress themes or child themes.
• Knowledge of PHP and WordPress functions.
• Experience with Rank Math, Yoast SEO, Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and Search Console.
• Basic understanding of UX, conversion optimisation, and digital marketing funnels.
• Experience with website speed tools such as PageSpeed Insights, GTmetrix, or Lighthouse.

If you meet the above requirements, and have the relevant experience, please apply by submitting your CV.