WordPress Website Quality Assurance Specialist

What Does a WordPress Website Quality Assurance Specialist do?

• Conduct thorough QA reviews of dev/staging WordPress sites post-development, comparing them against original web designs for accuracy in layout, styling, and functionality.
• Verify that all elements translate correctly from design to build, including responsive behavior across devices (desktop, tablet, mobile).
• Ensure accessibility and usability standards are met, such as adding appropriate Alt text to all images in the media library.
• Identify and document any discrepancies, bugs, or improvements in a clear, actionable task via ClickUp.
• Test for cross-browser compatibility, loading speeds, and basic security best practices.
• Perform additional checks as needed, such as form functionality, widget integrations, and content consistency.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience (2+ years) in QA for WordPress websites, with expert-level knowledge of Elementor page builder.
• Strong understanding of web design principles and how they translate to functional, developed sites.
• Familiarity with WordPress core features, plugins (e.g., Yoast SEO), themes, and the media library.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to spot inconsistencies in design, code, or user experience.
• Ability to work independently without guidance on navigation, tools, or processes.
• Proficiency in tools like browser dev tools, Lighthouse, or similar for performance and accessibility audits.
• Excellent communication skills for reporting findings clearly and concisely.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with additional WordPress plugins (e.g., ACF, CPT, etc.).
• Knowledge of HTML/CSS for quick spot-checks or suggestions.
• Background in UI/UX design or front-end development to better evaluate design-to-build fidelity.
• Remote work experience, as this role is flexible and location-independent.