Senior WordPress Developer
Enterprise Themes, Plugins & React Gutenberg
I design, build and scale WordPress platforms — custom themes, plugins and React Gutenberg blocks for high-traffic, secure sites. 10+ years of deep WordPress & PHP expertise, from pixel-perfect front-ends to enterprise-grade plugin architecture.
Based in Greece (UTC+2) · Remote Senior WordPress Developer / Tech Lead · Full-time, consulting & fractional leadership · EU-friendly time zones
For Recruiters – At a Glance
10+ Years
WordPress & PHP
30+ Plugins & Themes
Custom Delivered
React Gutenberg
TypeScript & Block Editor
Team Lead
Code Reviews & Mentoring
Title Level
Senior WordPress Developer – Themes, Plugins & React Gutenberg
Primary Stack
WordPress, PHP 7/8, React, TypeScript, Gutenberg, REST API, MySQL
Specialisation
Custom themes, plugin architecture, Gutenberg blocks, WooCommerce, Multisite
Location & Time Zone
Thessaloniki, Greece (UTC+2) · remote friendly
Available For
Remote full-time roles, long-term consulting, or fractional tech leadership on WordPress projects
Proof of Work
Numbers at a Glance
Years WordPress & PHP
Custom Themes & Plugins
WordPress Sites Delivered
Production Sites Hardened
Senior WordPress Expertise
Deep technical proficiency across the entire WordPress ecosystem, from core development to enterprise-scale solutions.
WordPress Core & PHP
Deep knowledge of WordPress internals, hooks system, and PHP 8 best practices. Daily use of add_action, add_filter, WP_Query, and the Options API.
Custom Theme Development
Pixel-perfect, performant themes from scratch. FSE (Full Site Editing), block themes with theme.json, and classic theme architectures.
Custom Plugin Development
Modular, secure plugins following WordPress coding standards. From simple utilities to complex enterprise solutions with custom REST endpoints.
WooCommerce & Multisite
WooCommerce: checkout customisation, custom gateways, subscriptions and product integrations via REST/webhooks. Multisite network configurations for enterprise.
Performance Optimization
Core Web Vitals optimization, object caching with Redis/Memcached, database query optimization, and asset management.
Security & Hardening
Security audits, vulnerability prevention with sanitize_*, esc_*, and wp_nonce_* functions. WordPress hardening best practices.
All development follows WordPress Coding Standards and modern PHP best practices
Gutenberg & React in WordPress
Bridging modern React development with WordPress's Block Editor for powerful, editor-friendly content experiences.
Custom Block Development
Building reusable blocks with registerBlockType, block.json metadata, and TypeScript for type-safe development.
Block Patterns & Templates
Creating pre-designed patterns with register_block_pattern and locked templates for consistent content creation.
Full Site Editing (FSE)
Leveraging FSE capabilities with theme.json configuration for complete theme customization through the block editor.
Block Extensions
Extending core blocks with wp.hooks filters, custom InspectorControls, and SlotFill for advanced functionality.
Block Development in Action
Dynamic Pricing Block
React-powered block with real-time price calculations, conditional logic, and WooCommerce integration.
Interactive FAQ Accordion
Accessible accordion block with schema markup, keyboard navigation, and smooth animations.
Multi-Step Form Builder
Complex form block with conditional fields, progress tracking, and REST API submission.
Custom Theme Development
From design mockups to production-ready themes. Building performant, accessible WordPress themes that editors love and users enjoy.
30+
Custom Themes Delivered
100%
Theme Review Pass Rate
95+
Avg. Lighthouse Score
WCAG 2.1
Accessibility Standard
Block Themes (FSE)
Modern WordPress themes built entirely with blocks, theme.json configuration, and template parts for complete editor-based customization.
Classic Theme Architecture
Traditional PHP-based themes with proper template hierarchy, custom page templates, and optimized child theme structures.
Design System Integration
Implementing brand design systems within WordPress, ensuring consistency across components, typography, and spacing.
Responsive & Accessible
Mobile-first themes with WCAG 2.1 compliance, keyboard navigation, screen reader support, and semantic HTML.
Theme Development Workflow
Discovery
Requirements gathering, wireframing, design review
Architecture
Theme structure, template planning, block strategy
Development
PHP templates, theme.json, custom blocks
QA & Launch
Cross-browser testing, performance audit, deployment
All themes follow WordPress Theme Review Guidelines and coding standards
Custom Plugin Development
Enterprise-grade WordPress plugins built with clean architecture, security best practices, and long-term maintainability in mind.
20+
Plugins Built from Scratch
50k+
Active Installations
0
Critical Vulnerabilities
5★
Client Satisfaction
WooCommerce Extensions
Custom payment gateways, shipping methods, product types, and checkout modifications.
Integration Plugins
Connecting WordPress with CRMs, ERPs, email platforms, and external APIs.
Custom Functionality
Bespoke business logic, custom post types, taxonomies, and admin workflows.
Performance Plugins
Caching solutions, database optimization, and asset management tools.
Technical Capabilities
Custom Admin Interfaces
Intuitive admin panels with React-powered settings pages, custom metaboxes, and WordPress-native UI components.
REST API & AJAX
Custom REST API endpoints for headless architectures, AJAX handlers for dynamic functionality, and third-party API integrations.
Database & Performance
Efficient custom database tables when needed, optimized queries, proper caching implementation, and background processing.
Security First
Secure plugin development with proper nonce verification, capability checks, data sanitization, and SQL injection prevention.
All plugins follow WordPress Plugin Guidelines and undergo security audits before deployment
Code Samples & Public WordPress Plugins
Production-ready plugins built with WordPress coding standards. View the source, fork, or use them in your own projects.
Easy Custom WP Login/Register
Actively maintained – updated 2024 · Used in production on client sites
- Modernises native WordPress login, register and password reset pages.
- Animated gradient backgrounds, dark/light mode toggle and live preview in admin.
- Clean WordPress standards, no external dependencies, fully sanitised inputs.
Pregnancy Due Date Calculator
Actively maintained – updated 2024 · Used in production on client sites
- EDD calculator based on last menstrual period (LMP).
- Includes Gutenberg block + shortcode for flexibility.
- Multilingual (17 languages), RTL support, zero dependencies, mobile-friendly.
Easy Webhooks for WordPress
Actively maintained – updated 2024 · Used in production on client sites
- Send posts, custom fields, taxonomies and author data to n8n, Make, Zapier or any webhook.
- Supports Classic & Block Editor, custom post types and WooCommerce products.
- Activity logging, configurable timeout, developer-friendly hooks & filters.
Rank Math REST API Enabler
Actively maintained – updated 2024 · Used in production on client sites
- Deploys a Must-Use plugin that exposes Rank Math SEO meta through a secure REST API.
- Modern settings page with inline documentation and usage examples.
- Built for headless WP, SEO agencies and automation workflows.
All plugins follow WordPress Coding Standards with sanitised inputs, nonce verification and capability checks
Selected WordPress Projects
End-to-end WordPress solutions: custom themes, plugins, WooCommerce, and Gutenberg with measurable business results.
Custom Healthcare CRM
Bespoke patient management system built as a custom WordPress plugin with React admin panels, custom Gutenberg blocks, and a tailored theme serving 15+ medical practices.
Tech Stack
Key Results
Medical Directory Platform
Advanced directory theme with custom post types, taxonomies, Schema.org integration, and local SEO optimization for healthcare providers across Greece.
Tech Stack
Key Results
WooCommerce Performance Overhaul
Large-scale WooCommerce optimization with custom product filtering plugin, Redis object caching, database query optimization, and checkout flow improvements.
Tech Stack
Key Results
International Community Hub
Multi-language WordPress Multisite with BuddyPress community features, custom member directory plugin, event management, and role-based access control.
Tech Stack
Key Results
More Work
Engineering Practices & Tooling
Professional development workflows that ensure code quality, maintainability, and seamless deployments.
Version Control & Git Flow
Feature branches, semantic commits, PR reviews, and automated deployments with Git.
Modern Build Tools
@wordpress/scripts for block development, Webpack, Vite, and npm/composer workflows.
Testing & QA
PHPUnit for PHP, Jest for JavaScript, WP-CLI for automated testing workflows.
Dependency Management
Composer for PHP packages, npm for JS, proper autoloading and namespace organization.
Security-First Development
Every line sanitized & escaped. $wpdb->prepare() for queries, nonce verification, capability checks, and regular security audits.
CI/CD Pipelines
Automated testing, linting, and deployment pipelines for WordPress projects.
All projects include documentation, code comments, and handover support
Leading WordPress Teams
Experience leading distributed teams, conducting code reviews, mentoring developers, and driving WordPress projects to successful delivery.
5+
Developers Mentored
100+
PRs Reviewed
3
Teams Led
Code Review Leadership
Establishing PR review standards, conducting thorough code reviews, and mentoring team members on WordPress best practices.
- WordPress coding standards enforcement
- Security-focused reviews
- Performance optimization feedback
Team Mentoring
Onboarding junior developers, pairing sessions on complex WordPress problems, and knowledge sharing through documentation.
- Junior developer training
- Pair programming sessions
- Technical documentation
Technical Documentation
Creating comprehensive plugin/theme documentation, architecture decision records, and developer onboarding guides.
- API documentation
- Architecture diagrams
- Developer handbooks
Sprint Planning & Estimation
Breaking down WordPress projects into manageable tasks, accurate time estimation, and backlog refinement.
- Task breakdown
- Story pointing
- Release planning
Soft Skills & Communication
Professional Experience
Over a decade of web development, from freelance beginnings to leading complex enterprise projects.
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Skills & Technologies
Frontend
Backend & Data
DevOps & Tooling
Product & UX
Education & Languages
Education
BSc Computer Science
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Graduated 2009
Strong foundation in algorithms, data structures, and software engineering principles.
Certifications
Languages
Beyond WordPress: Full-Stack & AI
Not required for a pure WordPress role — but useful when your WP platform has to talk to CRMs, APIs and automation workflows.
Primary focus: Senior WordPress Developer — Themes, Plugins & React Gutenberg. These skills enable headless WordPress builds, custom API integrations, and seamless Gutenberg block development with modern React tooling.
Full-Stack Architecture
Experience with Node.js, Express, Next.js, and modern JavaScript frameworks when WordPress isn't the right fit.
Database & APIs
Beyond MySQL: MongoDB, PostgreSQL, REST API design, and GraphQL for complex data requirements.
AI & Automation
Integrating AI capabilities into applications: OpenAI APIs, chatbots, content generation, and workflow automation.
Cloud & DevOps
Deploying and scaling applications on modern cloud infrastructure beyond traditional WordPress hosting.
Ideal for headless WordPress projects, custom integrations, or when the stack requires flexibility
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