WordPress Developer / AI Specialist

At Growmodo, we help fast-growing companies by connecting them with global talent while supporting the careers of creative and tech professionals. We're driven by growth, strong relationships, and a passion for delivering a “wow” experience daily. We're looking for a WordPress Developer / AI Specialist who shares our passion.

The Role

Our standard work week runs Monday to Friday .

Full-Time

• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Central European Time)

On-Call

• No fixed daily hours; work is performed within the standard operating window of 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CET.

• Work availability may vary based on operational and project needs
  

As a WordPress Developer / AI Specialist at Growmodo, you won’t just write code — you’ll take full ownership of complex web projects from architecture to launch. Your mission is to drive technical excellence by building high-performance, AI-integrated WordPress solutions that elevate both our internal systems and client websites. You’ll be responsible for independently developing custom themes and plugins, optimizing site performance, and leveraging AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance user experiences, all while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with WordPress.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop & Optimize: Build custom WordPress themes and plugins with clean, efficient, and scalable code.

• Leverage AI: Utilize AI-powered development tools to streamline coding, design automation, and performance optimization.

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction: Deliver pixel-perfect, responsive web experiences that exceed client expectations through creative problem-solving.

• Enhance Performance: Optimize websites for speed, responsiveness, and SEO, ensuring a seamless user experience.

• Ensure Security & Scalability: Implement best practices in security, compliance, and AI-enhanced performance monitoring.

• Collaborate & Innovate: Work closely with designers, marketers, and other stakeholders to integrate AI-driven solutions into web development.

• Stay Ahead of Trends: Keep up with the latest WordPress advancements, AI-powered automation tools, and emerging web technologies.

Must-Haves:

• Proficiency: Strong expertise in WordPress development, PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and MySQL.

• AI Integration: Experience with AI-driven web development tools, automation frameworks, or machine learning-powered optimizations.

• Customization & Troubleshooting: Ability to build custom themes, develop plugins, and resolve complex website performance issues.

• Performance & Security: Hands-on experience optimizing website speed, security, and AI-enhanced error detection.

• SEO & Best Practices: Deep understanding of SEO-friendly development, structured data, and modern web standards.

• Problem-Solving Mindset: Ability to analyze, experiment, and implement AI-powered solutions to improve workflows and site performance.

• Project Management Skills: Ability to manage development timelines, collaborate cross-functionally, and meet deadlines in a remote team.

• Collaboration & Communication: Strong ability to work in a team-oriented, feedback-driven environment.

Nice-to-Haves:

• API & Third-Party Integrations: Experience in integrating third-party APIs, headless CMS, and AI-driven functionalities.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Learning and Growth Opportunities: You’ll have the chance to participate in mentorship programs, cross-functional training, and leadership development, ensuring you’re always advancing in your skill set and career path.

• Fully Remote Work: Enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere in the world. We believe that results matter more than location.

• Diverse, Global Cross-Cultural Team: Work alongside talented individuals from all corners of the world. Our diverse team thrives on collaboration, bringing a wealth of different perspectives and ideas to the table.

• Great Company Culture: We pride ourselves on fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive company culture where innovation and creativity are celebrated, and everyone feels valued and heard.

• Remote and In-Person Events: Stay connected with the team through virtual gatherings, and look forward to in-person meetups and retreats where we bond, share ideas, and have fun together.

Hear From Our Team

"Since joining Growmodo, I’ve quickly become a master at using Figma and learned to create logos, landing pages, marketing materials, and Webflow websites. The supportive project managers have had a significant impact on my growth, making me feel truly valued and heard."

— Alden M., Web Designer

"Growmodo is an excellent workplace that offers time and location flexibility, valuable learning opportunities, competitive pay, and a positive team atmosphere. The only drawback is the limited in-person interaction due to being a remote company.”

— Virgil G., Web Designer

"As a developer at Growmodo, the team has provided a supportive work culture and numerous opportunities for growth. The project managers are readily available and easy to work with, making it easy to meet project goals and deadlines. The company values work-life balance, which is reflected in its flexible scheduling.”

— Dale. E, Web Developer

How to Apply

Ready to join our team? Click on the "Apply" button and get started.

Next Steps: If you're selected, you'll hear from us within two weeks or fewer. The hiring process includes a screening interview with the dedicated recruiter, followed by a trial task. If you pass, you'll have a call with the hiring manager and then a final discussion with our CEO. Successful candidates will then move on to onboarding.

TL;DR

Timezone: Central European Time (GMT+1)

Type: Full-Time Contract (Hourly-based)

Reports To:  Specialized Development QA Manager (SME)