Location: Anywhere / Helsinki HQ
Job Type: Full-time / Freelance
Start Date: ASAP
Language: English (native or near-native)
⚙️ About the Role
Are you a WordPress wizard who thrives at the intersection of performance, design, and functionality? Do you dream in clean code and seamless UX?
We’re on the hunt for a WordPress Developer to help scale and refine the digital backbone of the Helsinki Times Gambling Team. From lightning-fast casino review pages to interactive blog features, your work will directly shape the experience of thousands of readers and the visibility of our content worldwide.
🛠️ What You’ll Be Doing
- Building and maintaining custom WordPress themes and child themes
- Optimising page speed, Core Web Vitals, and mobile performance
- Creating and integrating reusable blocks using Gutenberg and ACF
- Collaborating with designers and SEOs to bring ideas to life
- Managing plugins, ensuring security, and keeping code lean
- Debugging issues and deploying updates with minimal disruption
- Supporting new feature rollouts and microsites as needed
✅ What We’re Looking For
- 2+ years of experience in WordPress development
- Strong knowledge of PHP, HTML, CSS, JS, and MySQL
- Experience with Gutenberg, ACF, and SEO-focused development
- Familiarity with performance testing tools (PageSpeed Insights, GTmetrix, etc.)
- Proficient in Git and staging workflows
- Ability to work independently, troubleshoot quickly, and deliver clean code
- iGaming or publishing experience is a significant bonus
🎁 What We Offer
- Fully remote or hybrid setup with a creative team in Helsinki
- A steady flow of exciting and diverse projects
- Competitive salary and performance incentives
- Freedom to suggest, test, and implement your ideas
- Access to premium tools and Dev resources
- Supportive environment with no micromanagement, just trust and teamwork
📬 Ready to Build With Us?
Send your CV, code samples or GitHub, and links to live WordPress projects to:
📩 [email protected]
Subject line: WordPress Developer Application
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