Job Description

Job Title:

WordPress / WooCommerce Web Developer (Contract or Part-Time)

Overview

:
We are seeking an experienced WordPress/WooCommerce web developer to upgrade and optimize our existing shopping cart system to a modern, stable, and user-friendly WooCommerce-based eCommerce platform. The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise in WordPress, WooCommerce customization, and performance optimization, with attention to clean UI/UX and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

Migrate and/or upgrade the existing shopping cart to

WordPress + WooCommerce

Configure WooCommerce products, categories, attributes, and variations Customize WooCommerce templates, checkout flow, and cart behavior as needed Ensure compatibility with existing themes (or assist with theme refinement) Optimize site performance, security, and responsiveness Configure payment gateways, tax settings, shipping rules, and email notifications Ensure proper handling of digital and/or physical products Troubleshoot plugin conflicts and resolve WooCommerce-related issues Implement best practices for SEO, accessibility, and scalability Provide documentation and basic training upon project completion

Required Qualifications

Proven experience developing with

WordPress and WooCommerce

Strong knowledge of

PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript

Experience with WooCommerce hooks, filters, and custom plugins Familiarity with popular WooCommerce plugins (payment gateways, shipping, caching, security) Experience migrating data (products, customers, orders) between platforms Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with

Blocksy Pro

, and Gutenberg-based themes Familiarity with

WooCommerce CSS customization

and image handling Experience supporting scientific, technical, or B2B eCommerce sites Knowledge of performance tools (WP Rocket, LiteSpeed, Redis, etc.) Experience with staging/production workflows and backups

Project Scope (Example)

Upgrade existing shopping cart to WooCommerce Standardize product layout and thumbnails Improve checkout experience and cart reliability Ensure mobile-friendly design Final QA testing before launch

Engagement Type

Contract / Freelance (project-based) Potential for ongoing maintenance and future enhancements
Pay: From $150.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 36.0 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Frederick, MD 21703