WooCommerce Web Developer (with Graphic Design Skills)

This is a remote position.

WooCommerce Web Developer (with Graphic Design Skills)

About the Client

The client is an experienced e-commerce professional specializing in the automotive industry. With a background working with major online retailers and manufacturers, he provides consulting and support to automotive businesses looking to establish, manage, and grow their direct-to-consumer e-commerce presence.

His services include e-commerce website development and management, branding, marketing initiatives, promotional campaigns, and other digital marketing-related activities.

The client currently manages multiple automotive brands and will continue supporting two websites following their transition to new ownership. He is looking for a reliable technical resource to assist with ongoing website maintenance, updates, troubleshooting, and development tasks.

Position Overview

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.

The ideal candidate should have a working knowledge of PHP, WordPress, and WooCommerce, with the ability to independently handle routine website maintenance and minor development tasks.

Graphic design capabilities will be an added advantage, as the client anticipates requiring additional creative support for website banners, promotional materials, and email marketing assets in a later phase.

Key Responsibilities

A. 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.
  

B. 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.
  

Note: The client clarified that advanced or complex programming is not initially required. A solid foundational understanding of PHP and practical WooCommerce experience should be sufficient.

C. Graphic Design Support (Secondary / Future Requirement)

This is a potential additional responsibility expected around March or April 2027, depending on workload and business needs.

• 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.
  

The primary use of these designs will be website promotions and email marketing rather than regular social media management.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Technical Skills (Essential)

• 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.
  

Graphic Design Skills (Preferred / Additional Advantage)

• Experience creating promotional banners and marketing graphics.
  
• Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, or similar design tools.
  
• Experience designing website banners and email marketing assets.
  
• Good understanding of visual consistency and branding.
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

The client is looking for someone who is:

• 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

The role may expand as the client's consulting business develops.

Potential opportunities include:

• 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

The VA is expected to:

• 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.
  

Overall Priority: WooCommerce website maintenance and basic web development are the immediate priorities. Graphic design is a secondary skill and potential future responsibility.