Front-End Developer (WordPress + JavaScript)

Posted 22 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in AUS
Remote
Mid level
HR Tech • Information Technology • Professional Services • Consulting
The Role
Seeking a highly creative Front-End Developer experienced in WordPress and JavaScript for crafting user-centric, visually stunning websites, collaborating with designers, and optimizing for performance.
Summary Generated by Built In

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 a highly creative Front-End Developer with exceptional experience in WordPress and JavaScript for one of our Australian clients. This is a full-time remote position 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 design visually stunning, highly responsive, and user-centric WordPress websites. 
  • Implement and customize themes, plugins, and front-end components with pixel-perfect precision. 
  • Work on extraordinary, design-driven websites — pushing creative boundaries while maintaining usability and performance. 
  • Collaborate with designers to translate complex UI/UX wireframes (from Figma or similar) into functional, responsive layouts. 
  • Optimise websites for speed, SEO, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibility. 
  • Create and maintain custom JavaScript functionalities, enhancing the interactivity and usability of WordPress sites. 
  • Work closely with back-end developers to ensure seamless API integrations and efficient front-end workflows. 
  • Troubleshoot, test, and maintain the core product software to ensure strong optimization and functionality. Manage version control (GitHub/GitLab) and perform routine site maintenance, backups, and updates. 
  • Proactively contribute ideas to elevate design and user experience — we’re looking for someone who’s passionate about design excellence and innovation. 
  • Collaborate directly with client-side teams to ensure delivery aligns with brand standards and project goals.


Requirements
  • 4+ years of professional experience in WordPress front-end development. 
  • Excellent communication skills with a proactive and collaborative approach. 
  • Proven expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3, and responsive frameworks like Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap, or Foundation. 
  • Advanced proficiency in custom WordPress theme and plugin development following W3C and WordPress coding standards. 
  • Strong grasp of UI/UX principles and a solid understanding of modern web design trends. 
  • Experience using Figma or similar tools to convert designs into interactive layouts. 
  • Ability to deliver extraordinary designs — someone who goes beyond templates and can create standout, modern visual experiences. 
  • Proven ability to transform design ideas into extraordinary digital experiences. 
  • Experience working with WooCommerce, custom post types, actions, hooks, and REST APIs. 
  • Strong debugging, testing, and troubleshooting skills with attention to detail. 

Bonus Points: 

  • Experience with Headless WordPress or hybrid JS-based front-end setups. 
  • Knowledge of SEO optimization and performance best practices. 
  • Prior experience working in a creative or digital agency environment. 
  • Familiarity with React or other modern JavaScript frameworks will be a strong plus


Skills Required

  • 4+ years of professional experience in WordPress front-end development.
  • Proven expertise in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3, and responsive frameworks.
  • Advanced proficiency in custom WordPress theme and plugin development following coding standards.
  • Strong grasp of UI/UX principles and modern web design trends.
  • Experience using Figma or similar tools to convert designs into interactive layouts.
  • Ability to deliver extraordinary designs beyond templates.
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The Company
35 Employees
Year Founded: 2019

What We Do

Remote Office is an end-to-end remoteOps platform that helps businesses build and manage global remote teams by providing access to vetted talent, handling compliance and HR issues, and offering strategic consultation.

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