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Front-End Developer (WordPress + JavaScript)

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Tags

WordPressJavaScriptREST APIsWooCommerceCustom WordPress ThemesCustom WordPress PluginsUI/UXTailwind CSSSEOAccessibility

About the role

Role Overview

Front-End Developer (WordPress + JavaScript) to design, develop, and optimize high-quality WordPress websites focused on usability, performance, and visual excellence. You’ll collaborate closely with designers, developers, and client teams to turn UI/UX concepts into responsive, interactive, scalable web experiences.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and build visually compelling, responsive, user-focused WordPress websites
  • Customize WordPress themes, plugins, and front-end components with pixel-perfect implementation
  • Convert UI/UX designs (e.g., Figma) into functional, interactive interfaces
  • Implement custom JavaScript functionality to improve usability, engagement, and performance
  • Optimize for speed, SEO, accessibility, and cross-browser/device compatibility
  • Collaborate with back-end developers for API integrations and efficient front-end workflows
  • Build and maintain custom WordPress solutions using best practices (themes, plugins, hooks, actions, REST APIs)
  • Troubleshoot, test, and improve site functionality, reliability, and performance
  • Use Git-based source control workflows (e.g., GitHub/GitLab)
  • Perform routine maintenance, updates, and optimization
  • Partner with design and client teams to align with brand goals and user expectations
  • Contribute creative ideas to improve digital experiences

Requirements

  • 4+ years of professional WordPress front-end development
  • Strong JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3 skills; strong responsive development practices
  • Experience with front-end frameworks such as Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap, or Foundation
  • Advanced knowledge of custom WordPress theme and plugin development and coding standards
  • Strong UI/UX understanding and modern web design trends
  • Ability to convert designs from Figma (or similar) into interactive interfaces
  • Hands-on experience with WooCommerce, custom post types, WordPress actions/hooks, and REST APIs
  • Strong debugging, testing, and troubleshooting skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and proactive, collaborative mindset
  • Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a remote environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Headless WordPress or hybrid JavaScript-based front-end architectures
  • Knowledge of SEO and website performance best practices
  • Prior experience in a creative agency or digital product environment
  • Familiarity with React or other modern JavaScript frameworks

Scraped 8/3/2026