Front-End Developer (WordPress + JavaScript)

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