[Hiring] WooCommerce Web Developer @Virtual Colleague Philippines

Role Description

The client is seeking a technically capable and detail-oriented WooCommerce Web Developer to provide ongoing support for two automotive e-commerce websites. The primary responsibility will be maintaining and updating WooCommerce-based websites, handling minor technical fixes, managing plugins, troubleshooting website issues, and assisting with product creation and updates.

Key Responsibilities

• WooCommerce Website Maintenance and Development (Primary Responsibility)
  • Maintain and manage two WooCommerce-based automotive e-commerce websites.
  • Perform routine website maintenance and technical updates.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve minor website bugs, errors, and functionality issues.
  • Manage, configure, and maintain WordPress and WooCommerce plugins.
  • Identify plugin conflicts and assist with resolving compatibility issues.
  • Make quick website fixes and minor code adjustments as needed.
  • Duplicate existing products and create new product listings based on existing templates.
  • Update duplicated product information, configurations, and relevant details.
  • Assist with product creation and website content updates.
  • Ensure website functionality remains consistent following updates and changes.
  • Provide general technical support to keep both websites running smoothly.
• Basic PHP and Technical Support
  • Apply basic PHP knowledge to troubleshoot and implement minor website adjustments.
  • Review and make simple code modifications when necessary.
  • Assist with resolving technical issues related to WooCommerce functionality and plugins.
  • Support minor customization requests within the existing website framework.
• Graphic Design Support (Secondary / Future Requirement)
  • Create promotional and sales banners for e-commerce websites.
  • Design digital assets for promotional campaigns and marketing activities.
  • Develop graphics for email marketing campaigns.
  • Create website banners and other visual materials to support product promotions.
  • Ensure consistency with the client's branding and visual guidelines.
  • Occasionally prepare graphics for social media use, when required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with WordPress.
• Strong working knowledge of WooCommerce.
• Basic to intermediate PHP knowledge.
• Experience managing WordPress and WooCommerce plugins.
• Ability to troubleshoot website bugs and technical issues.
• Experience creating, duplicating, and updating e-commerce product listings.
• Familiarity with website maintenance and minor development tasks.
• Ability to work independently on straightforward technical assignments.
• Experience creating promotional banners and marketing graphics (Preferred).
• Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, or similar design tools (Preferred).
• Experience designing website banners and email marketing assets (Preferred).
• Good understanding of visual consistency and branding (Preferred).

Requirements

• Technically competent and comfortable working with WooCommerce websites.
• Detail-oriented, particularly when handling product information and website updates.
• Resourceful and capable of troubleshooting routine technical issues.
• Proactive in identifying and addressing website concerns.
• Reliable and able to manage assigned tasks independently.
• Flexible and adaptable as the client's workload evolves.
• Comfortable communicating updates and raising technical concerns when needed.

Working Hours and Schedule

• Initial commitment: Minimum of 10 hours per week.
• Flexible working schedule.
• Some overlap with the client's Eastern Time Zone is preferred.
• Exact working hours can be discussed and agreed upon with the selected candidate.
• Potential to increase weekly hours as the client's workload grows.

Future Growth Opportunities

• Increasing weekly working hours.
• Taking on additional website development and maintenance responsibilities.
• Providing graphic design support beginning around March or April 2027.
• Supporting additional automotive e-commerce brands.
• Potentially adding more resources as the business scales.

Target Start Date

• The client is tentatively looking to onboard a VA in December 2026 or January 2027.
• The client is open to beginning the candidate shortlisting and interview process ahead of the intended start date to allow sufficient time for selection and onboarding.

Performance Expectations

• Complete assigned website maintenance and development tasks accurately.
• Respond to technical concerns and provide timely updates.
• Maintain the functionality and consistency of the assigned websites.
• Follow the client's instructions and existing website processes.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and completed tasks clearly.