What are the responsibilities and job description for the WordPress Developer & UX Designer position at AggDirect?
Please submit your resume, a cover letter highlighting your WordPress and UI/UX experience, and a portfolio showcasing relevant projects to [careers@aggdirect.com].
All candidates must be a U.S Citizen or Green Card Holders and be able to commute to our Beltsville, MD office.
Employment Type: Full-time
AggDirect is a unified marketplace for aggregate trucking services. Our logistics app provides the most efficient platform to get materials from site to site, conserving time and resources for all involved.
We are seeking a talented UI/UX Designer with extreme proficiency in WordPress development to create visually appealing, user-centric, and highly functional websites. This is a critical role for someone who thrives at the intersection of design and development, pushing the boundaries of what WordPress can achieve.
**WordPress Developer**
• Develop and customize WordPress themes and plugins to meet project-specific requirements.
• Optimize websites for performance, security, and scalability using best practices in WordPress.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with WordPress websites.
• Collaborate with content creators to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality.
**UI/UX Design**
• Create user-centered designs by understanding business requirements and user feedback.
• Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups to communicate design concepts.
• Conduct usability testing and iterate designs based on insights and feedback.
• Ensure responsive design principles are applied to all projects for optimal usability across devices.
**Collaboration & Communication**
• Work closely with marketing, content, and development teams to execute projects effectively.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in WordPress development, UI/UX design, and web technologies.
**WordPress Expertise**
• Develop and customize WordPress themes and plugins to meet project-specific requirements.
• Experience with Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) and Gutenberg blocks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with WordPress websites.
• Proficiency with HTML and CSS
**UI/UX Skills**
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Demonstrated ability to translate design concepts into functional, visually appealing websites.
• Strong portfolio showcasing your UI/UX design and WordPress development projects.
**Additional Skills**
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and time management abilities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact projects.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Ensure responsive design principles are applied to all projects for optimal usability across devices.
• Support for professional development and continuous learning