Job description
This is a remote position.
WE ARE HIRING- Front-End Developer (WordPress + JavaScript)
Employment Details:
Type:Full-time, Remote (Work from Home)
Experience:4+ years in WordPress Front-End Development
Work Hours:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (AEDT)
Days:Monday to Friday
We are seeking ahighly creative Front-End Developerwith exceptional experience inWordPress and JavaScriptfor one of our Australian clients. This is afull-time remoteposition for a developer who has a strong eye for design, thrives on crafting extraordinary front-end experiences, and can bring bold creative concepts to life through elegant code.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and designvisually stunning, highly responsive, and user-centricWordPress websites.
Implement and customizethemes, plugins, and front-end componentswith pixel-perfect precision.
Work onextraordinary, design-driven websites— pushing creative boundaries whilemaintainingusability and performance.
Collaborate with designers to translate complex UI/UX wireframes (from Figma or similar) into functional, responsive layouts.
Optimisewebsites forspeed, SEO, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibility.
Create andmaintaincustom JavaScript functionalities, enhancing the interactivity and usability of WordPress sites.
Work closely with back-end developers to ensure seamlessAPI integrationsand efficient front-end workflows.
Troubleshoot, test, and maintain the core product software to ensure strong optimization and functionality.Manageversion control(GitHub/GitLab) and perform routinesite maintenance, backups, and updates.
Proactively contribute ideas toelevatedesign and user experience —we’relooking for someonewho’spassionate aboutdesign excellenceand innovation.
Collaborate directly with client-side teams to ensure delivery aligns with brand standards and project goals.
Requirements
4+ yearsof professional experience inWordPress front-end development.
Excellent communication skills with a proactive and collaborative approach.
ProvenexpertiseinJavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3, and responsive frameworks likeTailwind CSS, Bootstrap, or Foundation.
Advancedproficiencyincustom WordPress theme and plugin developmentfollowing W3C and WordPress coding standards.
Strong grasp ofUI/UX principlesand a solid understanding ofmodern web design trends.
Experience usingFigmaor similar tools to convert designs into interactive layouts.
Ability to deliverextraordinary designs— someone who goes beyond templates and can create standout, modern visual experiences.
Proven ability to transform design ideas intoextraordinary digital experiences.
Experience working withWooCommerce, custom post types, actions, hooks, and REST APIs.
Strong debugging, testing, and troubleshooting skills with attention to detail.
Bonus Points:
Experience withHeadless WordPressor hybrid JS-based front-end setups.
Knowledge ofSEO optimizationand performance best practices.
Prior experience working in acreative or digital agencyenvironment.
Familiarity withReact or other modern JavaScript frameworkswill be a strong plus
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.