Freelance Web Developer & SEO Contractor

Freelance technical web developer and SEO/GEO contractor.

Hello, I'm Janine Saridakis. I build lightning-fast WordPress sites, modern web apps, and technical SEO strategies that rank and convert. 

WordPress
WooCommerce
Elementor
Google Analytics
Google Search Console
Bing Webmaster Tools
Lovable
GTmetrix
Why work with me

Senior experience, as part of your team

I work directly with founders, marketing teams, and other agencies who need a reliable technical partner they can trust.

25+ years of experience

Building for the web since 1999. I've shipped through every era of the modern web — from early WordPress to AI-native apps — and I bring that depth to every project.

Senior-led, hands-on

No account managers, no junior teams, no handoffs. You brief me directly and I do the work — from code and architecture to SEO and performance.

Fast, focused delivery

I scope tightly, communicate clearly, and move quickly. Most projects start within 48 hours and stay on track without unnecessary process.

Clear, honest communication

I translate technical decisions into plain language, flag risks early, and keep you informed so there are no surprises at launch.

FAQ

Questions I get asked

Janine Saridakis is a freelance technical web developer and SEO/GEO consultant based in South Africa, building for the web since 1999. She works directly with founders, marketing teams and agencies as a senior pair of hands.
WordPress maintenance, technical SEO and GEO, server and Core Web Vitals performance, WordPress, Elementor and WooCommerce development, AI website development, conversion rate optimisation, and marketing analytics setup.
Both. Roughly half of the work is white-label technical delivery for marketing and design agencies; the rest is direct work with founders and in-house marketing teams.
Based in South Africa, working remotely with clients in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and internationally. All work is delivered remotely with clear async communication.
Request a free website audit or book a call through the contact page. Most engagements start within 48 hours of the initial brief.
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Testimonials

What clients say

A few words from people I've worked with over the years.

"Jannie is a master at her craft. From simple splash pages to database and high-impact websites, her work is always above industry standard."
Brian Mawdsley
Head of Sales: Websites @ Huble | Website Development, Strategy
"The work Janine did for Stellenbosch University designing Wordpress themes and theming our blog sites was creative, accurate and excellent value."
Ralph Pina
Chairperson, Rooiels Conservancy, & retired
"Professional, knowledgeable and consistently producing outstanding work — Janine is dedicated, reliable and a pleasure to work with."
Leora Kudo
Business Development
"From simple HTML sites to complex web ordering systems, everything we throw at Janine is handled with ease. She can provide it all, and she's got my vote, big time!"
Aubrey Davies
ISN - Business Architect | Driving Value Through Technology & Automation
"Knowledgeable, professional and always on time — Janine is honest about limitations and hungry for new challenges, making her ideal for new ventures."
Tim James
Director at sustainableIT
"Our vision was translated into an interactive website beautifully. Janine's design talents are endless, and she brings a high level of collaboration and professionalism."
Anne Melanson, BPR, CFRE
Retired President @ Bloom Non Profit Consulting | CFRE, Nonprofit Strategy
"Thank you for all your help and assistance over the last six years with ongoing maintenance of our site. You are efficient, helpful and a pleasure to work with. We value long-term relationships, and you have never let us down."
Francois Joubert
Law firm IT (1-25 users) | Microsoft 365 for Attorneys | Cyber Essentials for Law Firms™
"Excellent, reliable web services — Janine has continually delivered for my consulting firm and I'd recommend her highly."
Ross Allchorn
Founder of SCF & creator of things
"Jannie is a master at her craft. From simple splash pages to database and high-impact websites, her work is always above industry standard."
Brian Mawdsley
Head of Sales: Websites @ Huble | Website Development, Strategy
"The work Janine did for Stellenbosch University designing Wordpress themes and theming our blog sites was creative, accurate and excellent value."
Ralph Pina
Chairperson, Rooiels Conservancy, & retired
"Professional, knowledgeable and consistently producing outstanding work — Janine is dedicated, reliable and a pleasure to work with."
Leora Kudo
Business Development
"From simple HTML sites to complex web ordering systems, everything we throw at Janine is handled with ease. She can provide it all, and she's got my vote, big time!"
Aubrey Davies
ISN - Business Architect | Driving Value Through Technology & Automation
"Knowledgeable, professional and always on time — Janine is honest about limitations and hungry for new challenges, making her ideal for new ventures."
Tim James
Director at sustainableIT
"Our vision was translated into an interactive website beautifully. Janine's design talents are endless, and she brings a high level of collaboration and professionalism."
Anne Melanson, BPR, CFRE
Retired President @ Bloom Non Profit Consulting | CFRE, Nonprofit Strategy
"Thank you for all your help and assistance over the last six years with ongoing maintenance of our site. You are efficient, helpful and a pleasure to work with. We value long-term relationships, and you have never let us down."
Francois Joubert
Law firm IT (1-25 users) | Microsoft 365 for Attorneys | Cyber Essentials for Law Firms™
"Excellent, reliable web services — Janine has continually delivered for my consulting firm and I'd recommend her highly."
Ross Allchorn
Founder of SCF & creator of things

Got a project you want done properly

Most projects start with a short discovery call within 48 hours. Contract, retainer, or one-off — whatever fits.