Backend WordPress/PHP
Custom PHP fixes, theme and plugin logic, hooks, filters, CPT, ACF templates, debugging, and production issue resolution.
Senior WordPress / PHP Developer
Surajit Roy
Backend-focused full stack WordPress developer for custom themes, plugins, API integrations, WooCommerce fixes, malware cleanup, and reliable production maintenance.
12+
Years Experience
US
Remote Teams
WP
Production Support
Profile
Production-focused WordPress expertise
I am a Senior WordPress/PHP Developer and backend-focused full stack WordPress developer with 12+ years of experience building, fixing, securing, and maintaining production WordPress websites.
I specialize in custom WordPress theme and plugin development, PHP debugging, ACF-based templates, WooCommerce fixes, CRM/API integrations, website migrations, DNS/SSL/redirect troubleshooting, malware cleanup, performance optimization, and long-term website maintenance.
I currently work remotely with US-based teams and handle business-critical WordPress sites where stability, clean fixes, clear communication, and safe production changes matter.
Core Services
What I handle
Custom Theme Development
Business-focused WordPress themes, template parts, dynamic sections, responsive layouts, reusable PHP patterns, and clean frontend implementation.
Custom Plugin Development
Small-to-mid custom plugins, admin logic, shortcodes, hooks, form processing, API helpers, automation tools, and site-specific functionality.
Plugin Edits & Conflicts
Plugin conflict debugging, safe plugin edits, compatibility fixes, fatal error recovery, update issues, and custom behavior adjustments.
ACF & CPT Templates
ACF field groups, custom post types, archive/single templates, media fields, flexible content, dynamic buttons, and structured content sections.
Elementor Support
Elementor and Elementor Pro fixes, widget styling, template adjustments, responsive cleanup, layout bugs, and PHP/theme compatibility support.
WooCommerce
Checkout issues, store logic, plugin conflicts, product/order problems, enhancements, and safe updates for active shops.
API & CRM Integrations
REST APIs, webhooks, Gravity Forms, Make.com, GoHighLevel, CRM field mapping, lead routing, and automation debugging.
Security & Malware
Malware cleanup, spam cloaking checks, suspicious file review, Wordfence hardening, bot behavior analysis, and recovery support.
Migration & Ops
Website migrations, DNS, SSL, redirects, hosting issues, caching layers, launch support, and urgent access troubleshooting.
Backup, Restore & Database
WordPress backups, restore support, MySQL import/export, database troubleshooting, migration cleanup, and safe recovery workflows.
Maintenance & Performance
Ongoing production support, caching checks, NitroPack support, performance tuning, plugin updates, and reliability monitoring.
Technical Skills
Tools and platforms
WordPress
Custom themes, custom plugins, hooks, filters, CPT, ACF, templates, Elementor/Elementor Pro support, WooCommerce
Backend
PHP, MySQL, REST APIs, webhooks, plugin conflict debugging, database import/export, backup/restore, production issue resolution
Frontend
JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, CSS, responsive implementation, template styling, Elementor layout fixes, cross-browser cleanup
Integrations
Gravity Forms, Make.com, GoHighLevel, CRM workflows, lead routing, API mapping, form-to-CRM automation
Hosting / Ops
SiteGround, Hostinger, GoDaddy, cPanel, DNS, SSL, redirects, migrations, staging/live troubleshooting, caching layers
Security / Performance
Wordfence, malware cleanup, spam cloaking investigation, NitroPack, performance tuning, maintenance, safe production updates
Workflow
Root-cause analysis, safe fixes, rollback planning, production testing, clear client communication, long-term website maintenance
Experience
Professional journey
Jan 2024 - Present
Lead Developer - CCR Growth
- Lead WordPress/PHP development, troubleshooting, production maintenance, security checks, and custom implementation work for US-based projects.
- Handle custom template changes, CRM/form integrations, hosting/DNS/SSL issues, performance checks, redirects, and urgent production fixes.
- Investigate complex WordPress issues across themes, plugins, server logs, caching layers, security tools, and third-party platforms.
Aug 2017 - Dec 2023
Lead Web Developer - Vinci Digital Marketing
- Built and maintained WordPress websites for business clients using PHP, JavaScript, jQuery, custom themes, plugins, Elementor, WooCommerce, and third-party integrations.
- Supported bug fixes, enhancements, website updates, forms, CRM integrations, migrations, and performance-related improvements.
Dec 2015 - Jul 2017
Software Engineer - Indus Net Technologies
- Worked on web development projects using PHP, WordPress, frontend implementation, debugging, and client/project delivery workflows.
Feb 2015 - Nov 2015
Web Developer - Brainium Information Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
- Developed and maintained WordPress/PHP websites, implemented frontend changes, and supported client-requested fixes.
Jun 2013 - Feb 2015
Web Developer - Simayaa Technologies
- Started professional web development career with WordPress, PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript-based website work.
Production Strengths
Problems I am trusted to solve
Security recovery
Investigated WordPress spam cloaking, malicious rewrite rules, suspicious files, bot-only behavior, Wordfence logs, and hosting-level security risk.
CRM/API automation
Implemented and debugged form-to-CRM workflows using Gravity Forms, Make.com, and GoHighLevel contact/opportunity mapping.
DNS/SSL/redirect fixes
Resolved domain redirects, HTTPS/SSL issues, DNS records, hosting-level 301 redirects, and migration-related access problems.
Custom templates
Built and updated business-critical WordPress templates using PHP, ACF/media fields, dynamic sections, and custom button logic.
Plugin conflict resolution
Diagnosed broken features, fatal errors, plugin/theme conflicts, update regressions, and compatibility issues without risky production changes.
Database and recovery work
Handled backups, restores, MySQL import/export, migration cleanup, missing content checks, and careful recovery workflows for live sites.
Education
Academic background
Sikkim Manipal University, Gangtok
Bachelor's Degree, 2010 - 2013
Nabagram Vidyapith
Higher Secondary, Science, 2005 - 2007
Language
English
Full professional working proficiency
Contact
Available for WordPress/PHP development and production support
Kolkata, West Bengal, India. Currently working remotely with US-based teams.