About this role
Salary: £35,000 - 50,000 per year
Requirements: Expert knowledge of WordPress developmentAdvanced PHPMySQLWordPress REST APICustom Post TypesAdvanced Custom Fields (ACF)Custom plugin developmentWooCommerce experienceGutenberg Block developmentWordPress security best practicesPerformance optimisation and Core Web VitalsHTML5CSS3SASS/SCSSJavaScript (ES6+)jQueryResponsive developmentCross-browser compatibilityGit version controlComposernpmViteREST APIsJSONCI/CD principlesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExperience in one or more of the following: React, Node.js, Python, Laravel, TypeScript, Docker, Linux server administration, cloud hosting platforms, headless WordPress, GraphQL, FastAPI or Express.js, SQL optimisationExperience with or strong interest in AI-assisted software development, including RAG, MCP, AI agents, prompt engineering, AI platforms, and workflow automationAbility to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholdersOrganised, self-motivated, and comfortable managing multiple prioritiesRight to work in the United Kingdom Responsibilities: Lead the technical delivery of bespoke WordPress websites and applicationsDevelop custom WordPress themes, plugins and Gutenberg blocksProduce clean, maintainable and well-documented codeBuild responsive, accessible and high-performance websitesWork collaboratively with designers, project managers and clientsMentor and support junior developersLead technical discussions and code reviewsAttend client meetings and translate business requirements into technical solutionsIdentify opportunities to improve workflows through automation and AIContribute to architectural decisions and technical best practiceKeep up to date with emerging technologies and industry trendsHelp establish development standardsPresent technical solutions in a clear, non-technical mannerManage priorities across multiple projectsBuild strong relationships with clients and colleagues Technologies: AIAI AgentsAPICI/CDCloudComposerDockerES6FastAPIGitGraphQLHTML5SupportJSONJavaScriptLaravelLinuxMCPMySQLNPMPHPPythonRAGRESTReactSASSSCSSSQLSecurityTypeScriptWebWordPressjQueryNodeJSExpressJSClaude CodeCopilotCursorGitHub More:
We are Wagada Digital, and our mission is to provide expert support to our clients while creating a positive, supportive culture where people can learn, grow and enjoy the journey. We offer a wide variety of exciting projects, exposure to cutting-edge AI technologies, ongoing professional development, opportunities to influence technical strategy, a generous holiday allowance, a 4-day week on the last week of the month, flexible working opportunities, a competitive salary and bonus of up to 10%, company pension, company healthcare plan, maternity and paternity benefits, and a fun, friendly, collaborative team culture. We are a growing company that wants our people to grow with us, and the role is hybrid remote in St Albans.
last updated 30 week of 2026