Hiring WordPress Developers: Selecting Top Talent

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August 18, 2023
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WordPress is possibly the most popular software for building websites. It’s easy to use, so; most people can build a website with no hassle. For websites that earn a lot of money, you might need a WordPress developer to ensure you get the maximum benefit of using WordPress.

Are you thinking about hiring a WordPress developer? Wondering how to choose the best person for the job? If your answer to any of these questions is 'yes,' then you've come to the right place. Here at Cloud Employee, we work with companies looking to hire professional offshore Wordpress developers in the Philippines. We've seen immense improvement in our client’s operations in terms of workforce efficiency.

In this article, we will share the top tips for selecting the best WordPress developer.

What is WordPress?

WordPress is a software used to build personal blogs or websites. In more advanced terms, it is an open-source content management system, which allows users to develop and manage different aspects of a website without having any programming knowledge.

In essence, you can build and manage a whole website even if you're not a developer. However, if you want to customize the site for better usability and efficiency, a WordPress developer is vital.

Why do you need a WordPress developer?

While it's relatively easy for most people to build a WordPress site on their own, it still takes a bit of time to get the knack of it. However, a WordPress developer can build you a professional and customized website with everything you need.

Also, the need for a WordPress developer increases as your business gets larger. Many small companies can successfully operate their WordPress sites themselves. By using the free plugins, they can keep the costs reasonably low. But as your business grows, you'll need a developer to customize the site to meet the demands of your growing business.

Advantages of hiring a WordPress developer

A WordPress developer can build a professional and highly customized website for your business. But is that the only advantage of hiring a developer? Is it worth it? There are several other benefits you get by hiring a WordPress developer. Here are a few:

  1. Full technical support

By hiring an experienced developer, you’ll have access to complete technical support for different aspects of building your website. You’ll also have someone to help you troubleshoot the most common website issues.

  1. User expectations

An experienced WordPress developer can guide you on exactly what users expect from a website. They can further design your site to give users an incredible experience.

  1. Insights and analysis

A WordPress developer can analyze different statistics related to your website. You'll be able to track your site's performance and know which areas to pay better attention to. You may indeed be able to get this data on your own, but it's always better to get an expert's opinion.

  1. Great content and Search Engine Optimization

After building your website, a WordPress developer can guide you to generate the right kind of content for your website. Apart from this, you’ll get professional help to make your site SEO friendly.

Tips for Selecting the Best WordPress Talent

Now that you know why it's a good idea to hire a WordPress software developer, we will share some tips to guide you to choose the best person for the job.

  1. Define your needs clearly

Before you even consider potential developers,  first take some time to outline your needs. You should have a clear vision for your website that you can easily communicate with your developer—the more precise the information you give, the better the chances of getting exactly what you want.

You probably already know your business goals. Now take a moment to think about how you expect your website to help you achieve those goals. This is also the right time to decide the purpose of your website. For instance, is it a website for sharing information? Is it a sales website that needs e-commerce features? Is the aim to build a community of people who share a common interest?

Also, consider whether you'll need any special features like subscription forms, booking forms, calendars, videos, picture slideshows, etc. You also need to know the types of web pages you want to have, including landing pages, an “about” page, a contact page, or a portfolio page.

  1. Consider the cost

Hiring a WordPress developer can be expensive, so you need to think about how much it will cost you and whether you can afford to hire at the time. Apart from paying the developer for their work, you'll probably also have to buy some WordPress plugins for your website. WordPress developers have a wide range of charges.

Some charge 5 dollars an hour, while others on the opposite end of the spectrum charge as much as $100 per hour. The potential cost of your project depends heavily on certain factors—for example, the number of pages you want. Because many developers charge by the hour, more pages on your website translate to a longer time to finish and a higher cost.

The cost also depends on the complexity of the project and the experience level of the person hired. A more experienced developer is likely to have higher rates than a newbie.

  1. Hire someone with specialized knowledge of WordPress

There are different types of developers. Some are general developers, which means that they have a little knowledge of various forms of software development. That might be great for other purposes, but not when you want to build a professional WordPress site. What you need is someone who knows WordPress specifically.

The person you're looking to hire should be very familiar with the intricacies of WordPress and know how to get the most out of the software. It would be best to choose a WordPress developer over a general developer because they've most likely mastered the basic languages for using WordPress.

These are; PHP, HTML, CSS and JavaScript. A developer who has specific experience using WordPress will certainly give you better value for your money.

  1. Hire someone with an impressive portfolio

When you’re vetting a potential developer, it’s hard to determine the quality of their work by just asking a few questions. What you should do is look at some websites that they've built in the past. That will give you an idea of the quality of work to expect. But don't just focus on the layout or presentation of the websites.

You can browse through the different pages to get a feel of how they function. This will give you an idea of what you'd like them to replicate and what you'd like them to avoid on your website. If you can, it's a good idea to get in touch with some of their former employers.

An extensive conversation will always give you more insight than looking at a couple of websites. It will also let you know whether your potential developers have the right attitude towards work. A good-looking portfolio doesn't necessarily translate into a good work ethic.

You want someone who will make things easier for you, not someone who will add to the existing challenges of running your business.

  1. Search various sources to find the right person

Because WordPress is such a popular site-building platform, the demand for WordPress developers is high. Thankfully, there are enough developers to meet this need. The downside is that you may be tempted to pick the first person that seems relatively impressive. When it comes to hiring, you need time and patience to select the best candidate for the job.

It would help if you equally had ample time to source out candidates from different places. This is also the best time to use the powers of social media to your advantage or better yet, work with an offshore IT recruitment firm.

  1. Hire someone who fits within your company culture

Anyone you hire will have to work closely with a team of other people for several hours each day. It would help if you looked out for individuals with qualities that fit your team and the company's general culture. The truth is, it's difficult to tell how well a person will work with others, but there's a strategy that you can try out.

Have a one-day trial, where potential developers come into work with the team as if they had already gotten the role. This way, you can see for yourself whether the candidate can imbibe your company culture.

To Conclude

In this article, we have explained why it may help to hire a developer to build your WordPress website and why you should choose someone with a specific WordPress experience. I have also shared some tips for selecting the right candidate for the job. Iwe hope they have been helpful.

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We are now seeking passionate mid to senior-level Fullstack PHP Developer to join our team of skilled talents. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fun and dynamic work environment and to significantly advance your career.

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Full-Stack PHP Developer Tech Lead

Cloud Employee is a fast-growing UK-managed offshore recruitment and staffing company in the Philippines. We tackle the growing global IT skills shortage by connecting tech companies based in Europe, the US, and Australia to our pool of expert software developers in the country.

We are now seeking passionate Lead Full-Stack PHP Developer to join our team of skilled talents. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fun and dynamic work environment and to significantly advance your career.

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Full stack RoR/VueJS Developer

Cloud Employee, is a UK-owned Philippines business established 8 years ago. We connect high-performing software engineer talent in the Philippines with some of the world’s leading and most innovative tech companies. Developers join to work from the Philippines as part of international engineer teams and grow their CV and skill-set.

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Fullstack Developer

Cloud Employee, is a UK-owned Philippines business established 8 years ago. We connect high-performing software engineer talent in the Philippines with some of the world’s leading and most innovative tech companies. Developers join to work from the Philippines as part of international engineer teams and grow their CV and skill-set.

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Fullstack .NET Developer

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Lead/Senior Frontend Developer (UI/UX) - Brazil

Cloud Employee is a UK-owned business established eight years ago. We connect high-performing software engineer talent worldwide with some of the world’s leading and most innovative tech companies. Developers join to work from the Philippines and Brazil as part of international engineering teams and grow their CV and skill-set.

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Marketing Specialists

Cloud Employee, is a UK-owned Philippines business established 8 years ago. We connect high-performing software engineer talent in the Philippines with some of the world’s leading and most innovative tech companies. Developers join to work from the Philippines as part of international engineer teams and grow their CV and skill-set.

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Backend Developer (Python)

Cloud Employee, is a UK-owned Philippines business established 8 years ago. We connect high-performing software engineer talent in the Philippines with some of the world’s leading and most innovative tech companies. Developers join to work from the Philippines as part of international engineer teams and grow their CV and skill-set.

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Senior Full-Stack PHP Developer

Cloud Employee is a UK-owned Philippines business established 8 years ago. We connect high-performing software engineer talent in the Philippines with some of the world’s leading and most innovative tech companies. Developers join to work from the Philippines as part of international engineering teams and grow their CV and skill-set.

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Hiring WordPress Developers: Selecting Top Talent

February 16, 2024

WordPress is possibly the most popular software for building websites. It’s easy to use, so; most people can build a website with no hassle. For websites that earn a lot of money, you might need a WordPress developer to ensure you get the maximum benefit of using WordPress.

Are you thinking about hiring a WordPress developer? Wondering how to choose the best person for the job? If your answer to any of these questions is 'yes,' then you've come to the right place. Here at Cloud Employee, we work with companies looking to hire professional offshore Wordpress developers in the Philippines. We've seen immense improvement in our client’s operations in terms of workforce efficiency.

In this article, we will share the top tips for selecting the best WordPress developer.

What is WordPress?

WordPress is a software used to build personal blogs or websites. In more advanced terms, it is an open-source content management system, which allows users to develop and manage different aspects of a website without having any programming knowledge.

In essence, you can build and manage a whole website even if you're not a developer. However, if you want to customize the site for better usability and efficiency, a WordPress developer is vital.

Why do you need a WordPress developer?

While it's relatively easy for most people to build a WordPress site on their own, it still takes a bit of time to get the knack of it. However, a WordPress developer can build you a professional and customized website with everything you need.

Also, the need for a WordPress developer increases as your business gets larger. Many small companies can successfully operate their WordPress sites themselves. By using the free plugins, they can keep the costs reasonably low. But as your business grows, you'll need a developer to customize the site to meet the demands of your growing business.

Advantages of hiring a WordPress developer

A WordPress developer can build a professional and highly customized website for your business. But is that the only advantage of hiring a developer? Is it worth it? There are several other benefits you get by hiring a WordPress developer. Here are a few:

  1. Full technical support

By hiring an experienced developer, you’ll have access to complete technical support for different aspects of building your website. You’ll also have someone to help you troubleshoot the most common website issues.

  1. User expectations

An experienced WordPress developer can guide you on exactly what users expect from a website. They can further design your site to give users an incredible experience.

  1. Insights and analysis

A WordPress developer can analyze different statistics related to your website. You'll be able to track your site's performance and know which areas to pay better attention to. You may indeed be able to get this data on your own, but it's always better to get an expert's opinion.

  1. Great content and Search Engine Optimization

After building your website, a WordPress developer can guide you to generate the right kind of content for your website. Apart from this, you’ll get professional help to make your site SEO friendly.

Tips for Selecting the Best WordPress Talent

Now that you know why it's a good idea to hire a WordPress software developer, we will share some tips to guide you to choose the best person for the job.

  1. Define your needs clearly

Before you even consider potential developers,  first take some time to outline your needs. You should have a clear vision for your website that you can easily communicate with your developer—the more precise the information you give, the better the chances of getting exactly what you want.

You probably already know your business goals. Now take a moment to think about how you expect your website to help you achieve those goals. This is also the right time to decide the purpose of your website. For instance, is it a website for sharing information? Is it a sales website that needs e-commerce features? Is the aim to build a community of people who share a common interest?

Also, consider whether you'll need any special features like subscription forms, booking forms, calendars, videos, picture slideshows, etc. You also need to know the types of web pages you want to have, including landing pages, an “about” page, a contact page, or a portfolio page.

  1. Consider the cost

Hiring a WordPress developer can be expensive, so you need to think about how much it will cost you and whether you can afford to hire at the time. Apart from paying the developer for their work, you'll probably also have to buy some WordPress plugins for your website. WordPress developers have a wide range of charges.

Some charge 5 dollars an hour, while others on the opposite end of the spectrum charge as much as $100 per hour. The potential cost of your project depends heavily on certain factors—for example, the number of pages you want. Because many developers charge by the hour, more pages on your website translate to a longer time to finish and a higher cost.

The cost also depends on the complexity of the project and the experience level of the person hired. A more experienced developer is likely to have higher rates than a newbie.

  1. Hire someone with specialized knowledge of WordPress

There are different types of developers. Some are general developers, which means that they have a little knowledge of various forms of software development. That might be great for other purposes, but not when you want to build a professional WordPress site. What you need is someone who knows WordPress specifically.

The person you're looking to hire should be very familiar with the intricacies of WordPress and know how to get the most out of the software. It would be best to choose a WordPress developer over a general developer because they've most likely mastered the basic languages for using WordPress.

These are; PHP, HTML, CSS and JavaScript. A developer who has specific experience using WordPress will certainly give you better value for your money.

  1. Hire someone with an impressive portfolio

When you’re vetting a potential developer, it’s hard to determine the quality of their work by just asking a few questions. What you should do is look at some websites that they've built in the past. That will give you an idea of the quality of work to expect. But don't just focus on the layout or presentation of the websites.

You can browse through the different pages to get a feel of how they function. This will give you an idea of what you'd like them to replicate and what you'd like them to avoid on your website. If you can, it's a good idea to get in touch with some of their former employers.

An extensive conversation will always give you more insight than looking at a couple of websites. It will also let you know whether your potential developers have the right attitude towards work. A good-looking portfolio doesn't necessarily translate into a good work ethic.

You want someone who will make things easier for you, not someone who will add to the existing challenges of running your business.

  1. Search various sources to find the right person

Because WordPress is such a popular site-building platform, the demand for WordPress developers is high. Thankfully, there are enough developers to meet this need. The downside is that you may be tempted to pick the first person that seems relatively impressive. When it comes to hiring, you need time and patience to select the best candidate for the job.

It would help if you equally had ample time to source out candidates from different places. This is also the best time to use the powers of social media to your advantage or better yet, work with an offshore IT recruitment firm.

  1. Hire someone who fits within your company culture

Anyone you hire will have to work closely with a team of other people for several hours each day. It would help if you looked out for individuals with qualities that fit your team and the company's general culture. The truth is, it's difficult to tell how well a person will work with others, but there's a strategy that you can try out.

Have a one-day trial, where potential developers come into work with the team as if they had already gotten the role. This way, you can see for yourself whether the candidate can imbibe your company culture.

To Conclude

In this article, we have explained why it may help to hire a developer to build your WordPress website and why you should choose someone with a specific WordPress experience. I have also shared some tips for selecting the right candidate for the job. Iwe hope they have been helpful.

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