Wordpress Developer

About The Role

Kahunas is a fast-growing SaaS platform empowering coaches to streamline their business operations. We are seeking a WordPress Developer with strong API integration expertise to join our dynamic team. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, love solving technical challenges, and have a passion for creating high-performance websites, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

WordPress Development: Build, customise, and maintain WordPress websites to meet business needs. Develop custom themes and plugins with a focus on scalability and performance.
API Integration: Design and implement API integrations with third-party tools and services. Troubleshoot and resolve issues with existing API connections. Optimise API performance for seamless integration with the WordPress platform.
Backend Development: Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code. Manage database structures, queries, and optimisations for WordPress websites.
Collaboration: Work closely with design, marketing, and backend teams to ensure seamless user experiences. Support team members by providing technical guidance on WordPress and API-related tasks.
Testing & Optimisation: Conduct thorough testing to ensure functionality and performance across browsers and devices. Optimise websites for speed, security, and scalability.
Documentation: Maintain documentation for custom code, integrations, and processes.

What We're Looking For

3+ years of professional WordPress development experience. Proven experience integrating and managing APIs within WordPress.
Proficiency in PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and MySQL.
Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs, JSON, and OAuth.
Experience with WordPress core, themes, and plugin development.
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive mindset.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred:
Experience with WooCommerce and its APIs.
Knowledge of server-side technologies and hosting environments. Familiarity with modern front-end frameworks like React or Vue.js.

Why Join Kahunas

A hybrid work setup, combining flexibility with a vibrant office environment in Dubai.
Competitive salary and benefits
Access to office amenities, including a swimming pool and gym.
Complimentary snacks and drinks to keep you fueled and refreshed on office days.
The opportunity to work with a fun and dynamic team passionate about personal and professional growth.

If you're looking for a role where you can grow, contribute, and be part of a positive and impactful journey, we'd love to hear from you!