Associate WordPress Developer

SpecterOps

2d•$65,000 - $100,000•Remote

About The Position

SpecterOps is hiring an Associate Web Developer with WordPress experience to support the development, optimization, and maintenance of its public-facing web presence. The developer will work closely with Marketing and collaborate with Design and Operations to build and refine web pages, implement functionality, and maintain a scalable WordPress environment. The role calls for a self-directed developer who communicates clearly, manages their workload, owns deliverables from start to finish, and can both create features and troubleshoot existing code. The ideal candidate combines technical depth with design awareness. This is a remote position based in the United States, with frequent travel for events the employee leads, conferences, quarterly in-person company events, and other ad hoc meetings. The preferred candidate location is the western United States. Applicants must be authorized to work and reside in the United States; immigration visa sponsorship is not currently available. The annual base salary range is $65,000–$100,000, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

At least 2 years of professional web development experience, with significant focus on WordPress.
Strong proficiency in PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (vanilla and/or modern frameworks).
Solid understanding of responsive design and the CSS box model.
Hands-on experience building and customizing WordPress themes and plugins from scratch.
Practical experience using AI coding tools, with the foundational skills to understand, explain, and verify their output.
Familiarity with page builders such as Elementor, Gutenberg, or similar tools.
Experience integrating HubSpot, Salesforce, Google Analytics, or similar platforms.
Familiarity with basic testing, including checking functionality and appearance across browsers and screen sizes.
Understanding of web performance optimization, Core Web Vitals, and technical SEO.
Solid grasp of WordPress security best practices and site hardening.
Experience with Git-based version control workflows and CLI usage.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote environment.
Strong written communication skills for asynchronous collaboration.
Desire to embody the company's core values: passion, curiosity, consistent improvement, empathy, sustainability, humility, and empowerment through transparency.
Authorization to work and reside in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience with B2B technology or cybersecurity companies.
Familiarity with headless WordPress or REST API integrations.
Experience or familiarity with WPVIP.
An eye for design, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for creating engaging web experiences.
Experience with web animation, interaction design, or prototyping.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain WordPress-based web properties, including custom themes and plugins.
Build and update landing pages, campaign pages, and site sections in collaboration with Marketing and Design.
Implement responsive, accessible, cross-browser-compatible front-end code using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Optimize site performance, including page speed, Core Web Vitals, and SEO best practices.
Manage WordPress configuration, plugin updates, and security hardening.
Integrate third-party tools and APIs, including CRM, marketing automation, and analytics platforms.
Troubleshoot and resolve front-end and back-end issues in a timely manner.
Maintain clean, well-documented code and follow established development standards.
Support QA and testing processes to ensure consistent, high-quality releases.
Collaborate asynchronously with a remote-first team across Marketing, Design, and Operations.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance fully covered for employees and their families.
Flexible time off policy.
13 paid holidays annually.
401(k) with up to 4% company match.
Stock options and semi-annual bonuses.
$1,500 new-hire allowance to set up a home office.
$500 annual home-office allowance after the first year.
$150 monthly cell phone and internet reimbursement.
$5,000 annual professional development allowance.
$5,250 toward continuing education or student loan repayment.
$1,200 annual budget for lifestyle, wellness, pet insurance, and more.
One-time $10,000 benefit toward family planning.
In-person and virtual employee events throughout the year.
Company swag.