This role is open to candidates based in LATAM, Africa, and Eastern Europe. Please note that as this role supports U.S.-based clients, candidates must be available to work during U.S. business hours aligned with the client’s time zone.

Our client is a marketing agency with over 20 years of experience building and maintaining WordPress websites for salons, spas, and medspas. The agency specializes in custom WordPress development, website maintenance, and digital solutions for businesses in the beauty and wellness industries.

Role Overview

The Web Developer (WordPress) will develop, maintain, and optimize custom WordPress websites, landing pages, and HTML emails. This role focuses on hands-on development using PHP, Tailwind CSS, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other technologies while supporting technical SEO, third-party integrations, website maintenance, and client requests.

The ideal candidate has experience developing custom WordPress themes, working from Figma designs, and using AI coding tools to improve development efficiency. This individual will manage multiple projects, troubleshoot technical issues, collaborate with project managers and clients, and contribute to a team-oriented development environment.

Location

Fully Remote (Work from Home) | Monday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM CST | Four-Day Workweek

Key Responsibilities

WordPress Development & Custom Themes

• Develop and maintain custom WordPress websites using PHP and the agency's existing theme library.
• Build websites and landing pages using Tailwind CSS on current themes.
• Work with Sass, Gulp, Twig, and Foundation on older websites.
• Write and maintain HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript for website development.
• Implement website functionality using ACF Pro and Gravity Forms.
• Ensure website functionality and compatibility across browsers and devices.

Website Maintenance & Technical Support

• Troubleshoot and resolve bugs and technical issues on existing client websites.
• Respond to website support tickets and implement requested fixes.
• Install and configure third-party integrations and website widgets.
• Maintain and update WordPress websites to support client needs.

Technical SEO & Analytics

• Implement technical SEO elements, including schema markup, FAQs, metadata, and redirects.
• Optimize website speed and performance.
• Configure Google Analytics 4 (GA4) and Google Tag Manager.
• Support technical website improvements related to search visibility and performance.

HTML Email Development

• Code HTML emails for client marketing campaigns.
• Develop email templates compatible with platforms such as Mailchimp, Zenoti, Phorest, and SalonBiz.

Design Collaboration & Project Planning

• Translate Figma design comps and wireframes into functional WordPress websites.
• Review design comps to ensure approved designs can be implemented.
• Develop sitemaps and provide build estimates for new website projects.
• Collaborate with project managers and clients to explain technical requirements and development considerations.
• Participate in creative and project meetings.
• Provide WordPress CMS training to clients.

AI-Assisted Development & Workflow Optimization

• Use AI coding tools such as Cursor, GitHub Copilot, or Claude Code to accelerate development.
• Leverage AI tools to troubleshoot technical issues and automate repetitive development tasks.
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