PHP Web Developer (Wordpress) (Guatemala)

Antigua, GT
Interactive: Design, Development, & Project Management – Interactive Development /
Full time /
On-site
Hi there! We’re WebFX, a full-funnel revenue marketing agency based in the US. We’ve been 9x named a Best Place to Work, and we’d love to meet you! We are a fast-growing company of more than 700 FXers, that has doubled in size over the past 5 years, with talented team members in 6 US offices, 20+ US States, and now based around the globe (and representing 18+ different countries, including offices in Guatemala and South Africa!). 

While WebFX and our subsidiary companies, such as Nutshell CRM, SEO.com, and TeamAI, are growing rapidly, we are committed to growing strategically and sustainably, and that starts with growing our team of the #BestCoworkers - that’s where you come in!

We’re looking for people to join our mission to provide world-class full-funnel revenue marketing solutions to mid-size businesses worldwide, We are passionate about what we do, we’re committed to driving business growth for our clients, and we’re on the hunt for people just like you, who take pride in their work and want to be part of a company that does too. 

Why Choose WebFX?

- We've been 9x named a Best Place To Work 🎉
- We have offices in Guatemala, South Africa, St. Petersburg FL, Ft. Myers FL, Lancaster, and York, PA! AND we're continuing to grow! 🌱📈
- Prior knowledge/experience is not required for any of our roles, we provide all of the training and tools necessary for you to be successful!
- Flexible Schedule (start your day between 8 and 10 am - when you do your best work!)
- 150% Company Match Of Personal Charity Donations
- Generous Paid Time Off 🏖
- Employee Wellness Program
- Love to learn? You sound like an FXer! FXLearns Library with hundreds of personal and professional growth books 📚
- Humanitarian Trips ✈️
- Dressing up everyday not for you? We get it! Enjoy our Casual Dress Code
- Personal Desk Fund 💰 
- Merit-based promotions (we promote from within, you will move up and grow here!)

Learn more about our Guatemala office here!


Who We're Looking For

Desired Education

    • A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline is preferred.

General Knowledge

    • Strong knowledge of database design and troubleshooting
    • Strong understanding of software development life-cycle and best practices

Experience

    • Strong English (written and verbal). Resume must be in English to be considered.
    • PHP experience
    • Solid project-level experience with PHP / WordPress CMS utilizing Advanced Custom Fields (We do not work with page builders)
    • Solid project-level experience with at least one other open source CMS platform such as Magento, Shopify, Joomla, Drupal, etc.
    • Experience with web-based programming languages
    • Proficiency in a LAMP environment
    • OOP and procedural programming methodologies
    • Standard Compliant HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
    • Git Version control (or other version control software)
    • Browser testing abilities using built in developer tools
    • Previous development firm/agency environment

Qualities

    • Passion for web development
    • Demonstrates ability to get things done
    • Commitment to delivering high-quality and defect-free projects to clients
    • Comfortable with both object-oriented and procedural programming methodologies
    • Capable of individual “deep work”
    • Ability to collaborate with a team to complete projects rapidly
    • Strong time management skills, can meet deadlines consistently
    • Takes direction well, but also able to make decisions and take initiative
    • Strong communication skills
    • Ability to work independently
    • Stays up-to-date on the latest web technologies
    • Professional, dependable, solid work ethic, detail-oriented, dedication to quality, self-motivated
    • Enjoys solving problems
    • Customer-centric mentality

What You'll Do

    • Coordinate and participate in the programming, implementation, testing, and support of web-based projects using the LAMP solution stack of software
    • Program, develop and produce data-driven web applications, websites, and mobile apps using machine learning and the latest technology solutions and software
    • Consult with clients and the account team to ensure the use of effective Internet-based technologies for enterprise business applications
    • Debug and problem solve across a wide variety of open-source and mobile platforms

Percentage Breakdown

    • 30-50% website maintenance and debugging
    • 40-60% building new functionality
    • 10% consulting with other team members
WebFX developers typically work on 60+ projects per year, so there is a high level of variety in work and two days are never the same!
Our web-based projects use a variety of frameworks selected on a per-project basis.

Compensation
Negotiable, based on experience

Check out our culture on social media:
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Please submit resume or CV (in English) to be considered for this opportunity.

*You don't need to apply more than once even if you're interested in multiple positions - you can simply let us know! We consider all open roles when reviewing resumes and applications! 

WebFX is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing and fostering an inclusive environment where all people, including women, minorities, LGBTQ+ and other underrepresented groups are supported, respected, and encouraged to excel within STEM careers. Our goal as an organization is to empower our team to achieve their personal best, bring people together, and provide equal opportunity to do so regardless of race, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, physical ability or disability, or political affiliation. You can learn more on our website here!