• Application Deadline:
• Position: WordPress Developer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 4 years



• Location Enugu




• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  
  

Summary

• We are looking for a WordPress Developer who understands how development decisions impact search engine rankings, user experience, and conversions.


• This is not a typical “just build pages” role.


• You will be responsible for developing fast, scalable, SEO-optimized websites that are designed to:
  
  
  
  • Rank on Google as well as all other SERPs
  
  
  • Perform well in AI-generated search results (AI Overviews)
  
  
  • Convert visitors into leads, clients or customers You’ll work closely with our SEO team, meaning that your ability to translate SEO strategy into clean, high-performing website structures is critical.
  
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities

Technical SEO-Driven WordPress Development:

• Build and customize WordPress websites with best practices built into the foundation


• Structure pages using proper heading hierarchy, semantic HTML, and internal linking support


• Ensure all builds are optimized for search intent, readability, and crawlability


• Implement schema markup (e.g., FAQ, Article, Breadcrumb).

Performance & Core Web Vitals Optimization:

• Build lightweight, fast-loading (i.e. mobile-first oriented) websites


• Optimized fully for Core Web Vitals (LCP, CLS, INP)


• Reduce unnecessary plugins and bloated code


• Implement lazy loading, asset optimization, and caching strategies.

UI/UX with Conversion in Mind:

• Develop layouts that improve User engagement, Time on page, and Conversion rates


• Ensure strong above-the-fold clarity and CTA placements with strategy


• Collaborate with SEO/content teams to align design with user intent.

Scalable Site Architecture

• Build SEO-friendly structures for: Category and tag hierarchy, Internal linking systems


• Ensure clean URL structures and future content expansion.

Technical SEO Implementation:

• Handle technical SEO elements such as: Proper indexing controls, XML sitemaps, Canonical tags, Structured data


• Ensure compatibility with SEO tools (e.g., RankMath, Yoast etc.)


• Collaboration with Our Digital Marketing Management Team


• Work closely with the SEO strategist to implement recommendations


• Provide input on technical feasibility of technical SEO strategies


• Participate in audits and continuous optimization of our web assets.

(Bonus) AI Integration:

• Experience integrating AI tools (chatbots, automation, or APIs) is a plus


• Understanding how AI-generated search impacts content structure is an advantage.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4+ years experience in WordPress development


• Strong understanding of: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP


• Experience with lightweight themes/builders (e.g., Astra, GeneratePress, Elementor with restraint)


• Solid knowledge of: Web Development with conversion in mind, Website performance and technical optimization


• Ability to build mobile-first, responsive designs What We’re Really Looking For


• A developer who thinks beyond code


• Someone who understands that: Design affects conversions, Structure affects rankings, Speed affects everything


• Someone who can build with minimal supervision from a strict Ai and search optimization perspective.

Nice to Have (Not Mandatory):

• Experience with headless WordPress or modern frameworks


• Basic understanding of AI tools or automation


• Experience with CRO (conversion rate optimization).