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Teal Media

Senior WordPress Backend Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$115K - $135K/yr

Teal Media is looking for a Senior WordPress Backend Developer who's a thoughtful problem-solver and hands-on builder. This role is a client-facing technical lead who partners with designers ...

Teal Media

Senior WordPress Backend Developer

New York, NY · On-site +1

$115K - $135K/yr

Teal Media is looking for a Senior WordPress Backend Developer who's a thoughtful problem-solver and hands-on builder. This role is a client-facing technical lead who partners with designers ...

6degrees

Senior Programme Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

$55 - $70/hr

Consulting WordPress Theme is always looking for talented people to become its team members. We ... Assisting senior consultants; * Providing legal and scholarly research; * Creating reports ...

Socket.dev

NY · On-site

$82.66 - $165.31/hr

Senior Wordpress Developer (Remote, Contract) Poland OUR HIRING PROCESS: * We will review your application against our job requirements. We do not employ machine learning technologies during this ...

krg technology inc

Word press developer

San Jose, CA · On-site

Any customization to the Product Central WordPress theme will require server access. (5-10 hours ... critical as engineering and PMs are using it. Ongoing maintenance needed to support new ...

krg technology inc

WordPress Developer

New York, NY · On-site

WordPress Developer Location: NYC, NY Duration: Long term Full Stack WordPress developer who can ... PHP application development writing custom theme functionality on WordPress sites. Integration of ...

Cynet Systems, Inc.

Wordpress Developer

New York, NY · On-site

... ring Consulting. As our clients can vouch, our sound reputation, success and delivery has been ... Responsive Theme and Child Theme Development * Plugin Development and Modification * Individual ...

krg technology inc

WordPress Developer

New York, NY · On-site

WordPress Developer Location: NYC, NY Contract: Long-term Full Stack WordPress developer who can ... PHP application development writing custom theme functionality on WordPress sites. Integration of ...

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How much do senior wordpress theme developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior wordpress theme developer in the United States is $61.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.40 and $69.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Wordpress Theme Developer vs WordPress Plugin Developer?

AspectSenior WordPress Theme DeveloperWordPress Plugin Developer
Primary FocusDesigning and customizing themes for website appearanceCreating plugins to add functionality to WordPress sites
Skills RequiredPHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, UI/UX designPHP, JavaScript, API integration, security best practices
Work EnvironmentWeb development agencies, freelance, in-house teamsWeb development agencies, freelance, in-house teams
CertificationsWeb development, PHP certifications, WordPress certificationsWeb development, PHP certifications, WordPress certifications

Both roles require PHP and WordPress knowledge, but a Senior WordPress Theme Developer focuses on visual design and theme customization, while a WordPress Plugin Developer concentrates on building functional plugins. They often work together in web development projects but serve different purposes within the WordPress ecosystem.

Are Senior WordPress Theme Developers still in demand?

Senior WordPress Theme Developers remain in demand due to the ongoing popularity of WordPress for website creation and customization. They are valued for their expertise in PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, as well as their ability to develop custom themes and optimize site performance. The demand is influenced by the growth of small businesses and content creators seeking tailored websites.

What is a senior WordPress theme developer's salary?

A senior WordPress theme developer's salary typically ranges from $70,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and company size. They often possess skills in PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and familiarity with development tools like Git and local environments.
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Infographic showing various Senior Wordpress Theme Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $128,400 per year, or $61.7 per hour.

Web Developer / Web Design - WordPress

Ebeacon

Overland Park, KS • On-site

Part-time, Contractor

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Ebeacon is looking for experienced WordPress designers/developers to work with our team either as a project-based contractor or contract-to-hire, or a part-time employee. Remote work is anticipated.

Responsibilities:

Working with the client and project design team you will:

  • Establish UI/UX design deliverables through block diagrams, wireframes, moodboards, mockups and specifications. Develop style guide.
  • Plan and Develop WordPress content architecture
  • Convert approved designs to functional, responsive, web/mobile templates and pages using WordPress CMS.
  • Work strategically with the content and marketing teams to ensure effective page optimization, usability, and brand adherence.
  • Support existing WordPress sites with updates, maintenance and new features/functionality.
  • Test and troubleshoot WordPress implementations.

Requirements

Experience and Skills Required:

  • Minimum 2 years experience developing new WordPress sites. Portfolio samples required.
  • Expert in HTML and CSS
  • Proficient in one or more CSS frameworks -- Bootstrap/Foundation 6
  • Proficient with jQuery, strong Javascript skills desirable
  • Experience developing with GeneratePress Theme and Elementor, WooCommerce, GravityForms, The Events Calendar, Wordfence, Updraft Plus, SEO Framework and related plugins
  • Integration with CRM, Email Marketing and other third-party tools and platforms

Additional:

  • Solid understanding of WordPress data structures and design schema (including the template hierarchy) and ability to diagnose and troubleshoot code- and css-related issues.
  • A professional approach, including adherence to WordPress PHP Coding and CSS standards
  • Strong PHP skills
  • Custom WordPress theme and plug-in development experience a plus
  • Custom Field development and implementation using ACF or Toolset a plus

To Apply:

Please provide us a cover letter or summary of your experience, expertise, and interest in the position, and a link to your portfolio and/or code samples (or Dribble, GitHub, etc. account)