Senior Developer

Rankings.io•St. Louis, MO

6h•Remote

About The Position

To elevate our Development team and strengthen the technical foundation behind every client project, we're hiring a Senior Developer (WordPress & Front-End) who can build sophisticated, high-performance law firm websites using our proprietary Gutenberg-based WordPress theme. This role is built for a developer who creates custom solutions from scratch, balancing technical excellence with usability, and knows how to transform complex Figma designs into bespoke, conversion-optimized experiences. You'll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that values autonomy and gives you the space to do your best technical work. You'll manage 2-4 concurrent website projects while handling client requests, building custom templates and functionality, developing sites using our theme and working through development cycles from build to post-launch edits. Beyond execution, we're looking for someone who can proactively improve our processes, elevate our theme library, mentor junior developers, and ensure our quality assurance is top-notch. This is a senior-level contributor role where you'll help set a high standard for the team.

Requirements

6+ years of experience in WordPress development and front-end development (agency experience preferred).
PHP (extremely high proficiency)
CSS (extremely high proficiency)
HTML (extremely high proficiency)
Bootstrap (extremely high proficiency)
JavaScript (high proficiency)
jQuery (high proficiency)
WordPress Development
Expert-level understanding of core WordPress concepts including:
The WordPress post loop and custom query structures
Hooks, filters, and actions system
Shortcodes: usage, building, and modification
Expert knowledge of WordPress PHP structure and theme file architecture
Ability to make theme modifications without causing unintended repercussions
Gutenberg editor and block development
WordPress database system with comfort navigating and troubleshooting when needed
Commonly Used WordPress Plugins
Nitropack (performance optimization)
Gravity Forms (and related add-ons)
Advanced Custom Fields (ACF)
Yoast SEO
WP Engine Hosting (or Similar Systems)
Very high level of comfort using WP Engine hosting platform, including:
Creating and maintaining backups/restores
Communicating with hosting support when needed
Viewing and interpreting error logs for debugging
Connecting and managing domains
Advanced Custom Fields
Expert-level implementation of ACF fields and field groups
Build custom Gutenberg blocks integrated with ACF
Create flexible, reusable content structures for complex layouts
Gravity Forms
Advanced form development including custom validation and conditional logic
Experience with GF add-ons, hooks, and custom integrations
Ability to troubleshoot complex form issues and implement custom solutions
Custom Development & Animation
Build custom animations and interactive elements using CSS, JavaScript, and modern libraries
Implement complex, pixel-perfect designs with custom functionality within our theme environment
Create reusable components and templates that scale across projects
Experience with performance optimization for animations and interactions
Design Implementation
Expert-level translation of complex Figma designs into production code
Deep understanding of responsive design, mobile-first development, and progressive enhancement
Mastery of cross-browser compatibility and accessibility standards (WCAG compliance)
Comfortable using digital communication tools (Slack) on a daily basis
Familiar with Google suite of tools: Google Docs, Sheets, Google Search Console, etc.
Dreamweaver
Photoshop
Illustrator
Media Encoder
ClickUp (for work assignment and tracking)
Slack and Zoom (for communication)
Screen recording programs (for documentation and communication)
Highly communicative with clear written and verbal updates
Proactively asks questions early to avoid rework later
Takes full ownership of work with strong initiative and accountability
Manages multiple projects and deadlines independently
Detail-oriented with high standards for code quality and accuracy
Open to feedback and committed to internal coding standards
Comfortable working in tools like ClickUp, Slack, Zoom, and screen recording software
Mentors junior developers and leads by example
Champions modern development best practices

Nice To Haves

Experience with JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue.js) for advanced interactive features
Familiarity with build tools and modern front-end workflows (Webpack, npm, etc.)
Experience with performance optimization tools and techniques beyond Nitropack
Knowledge of server-side technologies and hosting optimization
Background in conversion rate optimization (CRO) and data-driven design decisions
Experience with automated testing and continuous integration workflows

Responsibilities

Website Development: Build conversion-optimized, high-performance law firm websites using our proprietary Gutenberg-based WordPress theme. Manage 2-4 concurrent website projects from initial build through post-launch edits.
Custom Template Creation: Develop custom templates and functionality that work seamlessly within our theme environment while meeting unique client requirements.
Design Translation: Transform complex Figma designs into pixel-perfect, responsive WordPress experiences that balance visual impact with performance and usability.
Client Request Management: Handle client request tickets alongside project work, troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions efficiently.
Post-Development Support: Execute edits and refinements after development completion and post-launch to ensure client satisfaction and site performance.
Partner with Design, Project Management, Account Management, SEO, and Social teams to ensure all technical deliverables align with client expectations, campaign goals, and performance insights.
Collaborate with other developers to ensure code quality, processes, and standards are consistent and optimized across the team.
Take full ownership of technical deliverables while proactively communicating status updates and flagging potential workflow issues.
Quality Assurance Excellence: Establish and maintain rigorous QA processes and testing protocols to ensure every site launch meets our high standards for accessibility, performance, and security.
Process Improvement: Proactively identify inefficiencies in development workflows and propose actionable solutions that increase team efficiency and output quality.
Theme Library Enhancement: Contribute to elevating our proprietary theme library by building reusable components, optimizing existing functionality, and implementing new features.
Junior Developer Mentorship: Coach and mentor junior developers through code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge sharing to accelerate their growth and elevate team capabilities.
Technical Excellence: Stay current with WordPress updates, modern development practices, and emerging technologies to continually push technical innovation while maintaining stability.
Standards & Best Practices: Champion and enforce coding standards, documentation practices, and development methodologies across the team.