Position Overview
Alter-Learning is seeking a talented WordPress Full-Stack Developer to join our growing team and help build, maintain, and optimize our online presence. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience developing custom WordPress websites, themes, plugins, and integrations while ensuring high performance, security, scalability, and an outstanding user experience.
This role involves working closely with our designers, AI developers, marketing team, game developers, and leadership to create a modern, responsive, and engaging website that showcases Alter-Learning’s AI-powered educational platform, immersive learning experiences, and educational games.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and enhance the Alter-Learning website using WordPress best practices.
- Build custom WordPress themes and plugins tailored to business and educational requirements.
- Develop both front-end and back-end functionality for the website.
- Integrate third-party APIs, AI services, CRM platforms, marketing tools, analytics, and other external systems.
- Optimize website speed, performance, scalability, and security.
- Ensure full responsiveness across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
- Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement engaging and intuitive user interfaces.
- Work closely with AI developers and game developers to integrate educational games and platform features into the website.
- Implement SEO best practices to maximize search engine visibility and website traffic.
- Develop and maintain user authentication, forms, landing pages, blogs, and educational content pages.
- Troubleshoot website issues, bugs, and compatibility problems across browsers and devices.
- Maintain website security, backups, updates, and plugin compatibility.
- Optimize website accessibility following modern web standards.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.
- Stay up to date with WordPress, PHP, JavaScript, and web development best practices.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional experience as a WordPress Full-Stack Developer or similar role.
- Strong expertise in WordPress architecture, custom themes, and plugin development.
- Advanced knowledge of PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery.
- Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React or Vue.js is a plus.
- Experience integrating REST APIs and third-party services.
- Strong understanding of responsive web design principles.
- Experience with WooCommerce and payment gateway integrations is an advantage.
- Familiarity with Git and version control workflows.
- Experience with website optimization, caching, and performance tuning.
- Strong understanding of website security best practices.
- Knowledge of SEO implementation and optimization techniques.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.
- Professional-level English proficiency.
Desired Skills
- Experience working with AI-powered applications or educational technology platforms.
- Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) integrations.
- Experience integrating AI APIs such as OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, or Azure AI.
- Knowledge of cloud hosting environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Experience with Docker or modern deployment workflows.
- Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies.
- Understanding of UI/UX design principles and accessibility standards.
- Experience working with startups or fast-growing technology companies.
- Passion for education, innovation, and creating impactful digital experiences.
Why Join Alter-Learning?
At Alter-Learning, we are transforming education through innovative AI-powered games and immersive learning experiences. Our mission is to make education more engaging, personalized, and accessible by combining artificial intelligence, gamification, and cutting-edge educational technology.
As a WordPress Full-Stack Developer, you will play a key role in shaping the company’s digital presence. You will develop and maintain the website that connects schools, educators, students, parents, investors, and partners with Alter-Learning’s innovative platform and educational ecosystem.
You will collaborate with an international team of AI engineers, software developers, designers, marketers, and education specialists while working on meaningful projects that directly impact the future of digital learning. Your contributions will help position Alter-Learning as a global leader in AI-powered educational technology.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Alter-Learning is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that innovation in education is fueled by diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative workplace where every team member has the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Position Details
Position: WordPress Full-Stack Developer
Company: Alter-Learning
Location: Fully Remote (Worldwide)
Compensation: Equity-Based
Note: This is a fully remote position, and qualified candidates from anywhere in the world are encouraged to apply. As an early-stage EdTech startup developing AI-powered educational games, immersive learning experiences, and innovative digital education platforms, Alter-Learning currently offers equity-based compensation rather than a traditional salary. Team members receive company stock, providing the opportunity to become shareholders and actively contribute to Alter-Learning’s long-term growth and success while helping shape the future of AI-driven education.
Position Overview
Alter Learning is seeking an experienced WordPress Full-Stack Developer with extensive knowledge of PHP to join our development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both front-end and back-end development, with a particular focus on WordPress, and will be comfortable working in development staging environments. This role is crucial for ensuring our educational platform runs smoothly, is highly customizable, and remains secure.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and enhance WordPress websites, including custom themes and plugins, using PHP.
- Work closely with the design and content teams to implement responsive and user-friendly interfaces.
- Ensure websites are optimized for performance, scalability, and security.
- Manage and execute the migration of websites from development (staging) to production environments.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, including debugging and optimizing code.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest WordPress, PHP, and web development trends, best practices, and technologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and achieve project goals.
Required Qualifications
- Extensive experience in WordPress development, with a strong portfolio of custom themes, plugins, and website projects.
- Proficiency in PHP, with the ability to write clean, well-documented, and efficient code.
- Solid understanding of front-end technologies, including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery.
- Experience with development staging environments, including setting up, managing, and deploying changes from staging to production.
- Knowledge of database management, particularly MySQL, and experience with complex queries and optimization.
- Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git, and the ability to work in a collaborative development environment.
- Understanding of web security practices and performance optimization techniques.
Desired Skills
- Experience with other back-end languages or frameworks, such as Laravel or Node.js.
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs and third-party integrations.
- Knowledge of SEO best practices and how they apply to WordPress development.
- Experience with WordPress multisite installations and management.
- Ability to troubleshoot cross-browser compatibility issues and responsive design challenges.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Previous experience working in an Agile or Scrum development environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience with web hosting environments, including server management and performance tuning.
Why Join Alter Learning? At Alter Learning, we are dedicated to creating innovative and engaging educational platforms. As a WordPress Full-Stack Developer, you will play a key role in building and maintaining the infrastructure that supports our mission. We offer a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment where your technical expertise will help shape the future of education.
If you are a skilled WordPress Developer with a passion for PHP and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and contribute to the development of cutting-edge educational technology!