Backend Developer

At Evertech Solutions, we specialize in delivering cutting-edge digital products that blend strong backend logic with seamless frontend experiences. Our platform is built on WordPress 6.8.1 with a custom PHP application layer and a 3 frontend integration. We're looking for a Backend Developer to join our team and help us scale and optimize our systems.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and optimize backend logic written in clean PHP within wp-content/themes/notice/app.
• Manage and optimize MySQL databases to ensure performance, scalability, and security.
• Extend and customize WordPress 6.8.1 templates and plugins based on project requirements.
• Integrate APIs and create new endpoints for frontend communication.
• Collaborate with frontend developers using 3 (CDN integration, not SPA) for specific UI components (popups, login flows, dynamic elements).
• Work with existing plugins and ensure compatibility with PHP 8.0.
• Maintain and enhance custom-built plugins such as Migrate for importing categories/articles.
• Support future integration with Firebase (websockets, Phase 2).
• Optimize media workflows with AWS S3 (WP Offload Media Lite) and SES Lite.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve performance issues across backend and frontend integrations.
• Ensure code quality, security, and documentation standards are followed.

• Tech Stack You'll Work With

• Backend: PHP 8.0, WordPress 6.8.1, MySQL

• Frontend (integration only): 3 (CDN-based, partial usage)

• Plugins & Tools:

• Advanced Custom Fields PRO

• Contact Form 7 & Flamingo
• Safe SVG
• Simple Local Avatars
• WP Offload Media Lite (Amazon S3)
• WP Offload SES Lite
• Edit Flow (custom client plugin)

• Custom plugin: Migrate

• Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in backend development with PHP and MySQL.

• Strong experience with WordPress core, themes, and plugins (custom development a plus).
• Familiarity with basics and integrating it into PHP templates.
• Good understanding of REST APIs, authentication, and data exchange.
• Experience with cloud storage/CDN integrations (preferably AWS S3).
• Knowledge of secure coding practices, debugging, and performance tuning.
• Familiarity with ACF PRO, Contact Form 7, and related WordPress plugins.
• Version control experience (Git).

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Nice to Have

• Experience with Firebase (authentication, real-time websockets).

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
• Understanding of scalable architecture for content-heavy platforms.
• Prior work with headless WordPress setups or partial SPA projects.

• Competitive salary and growth opportunities.
• Flexible work environment (remote/hybrid).
• Chance to work with a modern tech stack and shape platform evolution.
• Collaborative and innovative team culture.