Membership Website Developer
We are seeking a highly skilled Membership Website Developer to join our team. As a key member of our development team, you will be responsible for designing, building, and optimizing membership websites on WordPress using MemberPress as the core membership engine.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Architect, build, and optimize membership websites on WordPress using MemberPress as the core membership engine.
* Design and implement custom plugins, shortcodes, API integrations, and backend features to meet client business needs.
* Conduct full-stack performance audits and implement optimizations to improve Core Web Vitals and user experience.
* Collaborate closely with design and marketing teams to advise on technical feasibility and suggest scalable solutions.
* Own deployment workflows, version control, and environment management across staging and production instances.
* Proactively identify technical debt, performance bottlenecks, or security risks and recommend long-term solutions.
* Write clear documentation for technical configurations, processes, and support handoffs.
* Participate in code reviews, feedback cycles, and technical discussions with the broader engineering team.
**Requirements:**
* 5+ years of proven experience developing custom WordPress solutions (themes, plugins, REST API integrations).
* 2+ years of direct, hands-on experience working with MemberPress at scale (multi-tier membership models, subscription management, Stripe integrations).
* Expertise architecting backend systems, including custom post types, hooks/filters, MySQL queries, and scalable plugin development.
* Familiarity with modern PHP development practices (object-oriented programming, Composer, namespacing, error handling).
* Deep understanding of WordPress security, performance optimization, and SEO best practices.
* Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative code review workflows.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable working directly with stakeholders.
**Nice to Have:**
* Exposure to Webflow and/or Kajabi platforms.
* Familiarity with caching layers (Redis, Varnish, WP Rocket) and CDNs like Cloudflare.
* Experience with basic DevOps tools (Docker, GitHub Actions, CI/CD pipelines).
* Prior work in membership sites, online education platforms, or subscription businesses.
**What We Offer:**
* A dynamic and supportive work environment.
* The opportunity to work on challenging projects and develop your skills.
* A competitive salary and benefits package.