Summary
Date Posted: Friday, October 25 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Company Description:
Sadja WebSolutions is a dynamic and growing digital agency based in Kampala, specializing in creating custom websites, mobile apps, and delivering tailored digital marketing solutions. We work with leading brands and innovative startups to craft digital experiences that drive measurable success. As part of our commitment to excellence, we are looking for highly skilled developers who are passionate about creating unique, engaging, and responsive web solutions.

If you're looking for a career where you can grow, innovate, and collaborate with world-class brands on challenging projects, Sadja WebSolutions is the place for you. We’re in this for the long term and are looking for talented individuals who want to grow with us.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a full-time Web Developer and Designer - WordPress Theme Developer to join our team in Kampala. This is not your typical WordPress job of setting up pre-built templates. We are looking for someone with a strong ability to translate UI/UX designs (from tools like Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, etc.) into fully functional, custom WordPress themes. The ideal candidate is someone who can think beyond installing third-party themes and create bespoke WordPress experiences that are both visually stunning and technically robust.

This role requires a deep understanding of both back-end and front-end development, proficiency in modern web development technologies, and a passion for clean, maintainable code.

Key Responsibilities:
• WordPress Theme Development: Build custom WordPress themes from scratch based on provided UI/UX designs (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD, etc.), ensuring a pixel-perfect match and responsive design.
• Front-End & Back-End Development: Develop and maintain the front-end user interface while managing the back-end development to ensure optimal functionality, performance, and scalability.
• Custom Plugin Development: Write custom plugins or modify existing plugins to meet specific client needs, ensuring high performance and clean coding practices.
• UI/UX Implementation: Collaborate closely with the design team to ensure that all features meet aesthetic and usability standards, as well as technical best practices.
• Performance Optimization: Optimize websites for speed, scalability, and SEO best practices.
• Cross-Browser & Responsive Design Testing: Ensure that the website performs seamlessly across all browsers and devices.
• Collaboration & Project Management: Work closely with project managers, designers, and other developers to deliver high-quality projects on time.

Key Qualifications:
• Proven Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in WordPress theme development and front-end web design, with a portfolio demonstrating custom theme development (not just modifications of pre-built themes).
• UI/UX to Code: Ability to convert UI/UX designs into fully functional, pixel-perfect WordPress websites.
• Proficient in Front-End Development: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (including popular libraries like jQuery), Bootstrap, and other front-end frameworks.
• Back-End Development Expertise: Strong knowledge of PHP (including OOP), MySQL, and WordPress core functions. Experience with Laravel or other PHP frameworks is a plus.
• Custom Plugin Development: Experience creating custom plugins and working with WordPress hooks, filters, and APIs.
• Familiarity with Modern Development Tools: Experience using Git for version control, task runners like Gulp or Grunt, and building processes (Webpack, npm, etc.).
• SEO & Performance Focus: Strong understanding of SEO best practices, website optimization techniques, and page load performance.
• Responsive & Cross-Browser Testing: Proven experience ensuring website compatibility across different browsers and devices.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Strong analytical skills with an ability to troubleshoot and solve complex technical challenges.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with WooCommerce or other e-commerce platforms.
• Knowledge of JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue.js, etc.).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and third-party API integrations.
• Degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or related field.
• Case Studies or Portfolio showcasing custom WordPress development projects, including details on challenges faced and how they were overcome.

What We Offer:
• Long-Term Career Growth: Join a company committed to your personal and professional development. We offer opportunities for continuous learning, growth, and the ability to work with cutting-edge technologies.
• Challenging Projects with Big Brands: Work on exciting, high-impact projects for well-known brands and innovative startups.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of passionate designers, developers, and digital marketers in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a clear path for career progression.

Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should send their resume, portfolio, and a case study demonstrating their ability to develop custom WordPress themes from UI/UX designs. We want to see examples of projects where you took a design from a tool like Figma and translated it into a custom WordPress site, highlighting the challenges you faced and how you overcame them.

Join Us on This Journey:
At Sadja WebSolutions, we are building a team for the future. We are looking for long-term partners who are passionate about web development and design, and who are excited about the opportunity to work on challenging and rewarding projects. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, apply today and join us on this exciting journey.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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