Senior WordPress Developer

Professional Summary

Experienced Senior WordPress Developer with over 13 years of expertise in WordPress management, custom theme and plugin development, and front-end design. Adept at delivering optimized, secure, and scalable web solutions that prioritize performance and user experience. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into innovative digital products. Committed to staying at the forefront of WordPress trends and technologies.
Key Skills
  • WordPress Development: Theme and plugin customization, WordPress REST API, Custom Post Types (CPT), Advanced Custom Fields (ACF)
  • Programming Languages: PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, jQuery
  • Front-End Frameworks: Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS
  • Design Tools: Figma, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator), Canva
  • Page Builders: Elementor, Divi, OptimizePress
  • E-Commerce Platforms: WooCommerce, PayPal, Stripe
  • SEO & Optimization: Yoast SEO, W3 Total Cache, image compression (Smush), database optimization
  • Security Expertise: Wordfence, iThemes Security, SSL integration
  • Version Control: Git
  • API Integration: Third-party tool integration into WordPress sites
Professional Experience Senior WordPress Developer Freelance | Hebron, CT, USA June 2020 – Present
  • Developed and maintained custom WordPress websites for clients across diverse industries, ensuring performance optimization, security, and scalability.
  • Designed and implemented responsive, visually engaging user interfaces aligned with modern web standards.
  • Customized themes and plugins to meet unique client requirements and business goals.
  • Integrated third-party APIs and tools to enhance website functionality.
  • Delivered WordPress training sessions for content creators and provided ongoing technical support.
  • Optimized websites for SEO and web performance, achieving high rankings and fast load times.
WordPress Developer Freelance | Saint Petersburg, Russia November 2018 – June 2024
  • Built WordPress websites with a strong focus on mobile-first design and accessibility.
  • Developed custom plugins and themes using PHP and JavaScript.
  • Ensured seamless integration of third-party services and APIs into WordPress sites.
  • Troubleshot technical issues, providing timely resolutions to minimize downtime.
  • Conducted security audits and implemented measures to safeguard websites against vulnerabilities.
WordPress Developer Freelance | Chiang Mai, Thailand October 2011 – October 2018
  • Designed and launched WordPress sites tailored to client specifications and branding guidelines.
  • Managed website content updates and ensured adherence to SEO best practices.
  • Delivered consulting services on WordPress management and optimization.
  • Provided technical support, addressing client concerns promptly and efficiently.
Education Master of Economics Herzen State Pedagogical University, Saint Petersburg, Russia September 1999 – June 2004
Languages
  • English: Fluent
  • Russian: Fluent
  • German: Elementary
  • Thai: Elementary
Professional Development
  • Regular participant in industry conferences, webinars, and workshops to stay updated on WordPress trends and innovations.