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Nexcess

Senior WordPress Developer

$60K - $90K/yr

This role requires expert level PHP, CSS, JavaScript, & HTML; impeccable WordPress experience; a solid understanding of frontend and backend technologies; automated testing, and CLI skills. Location ...

Nexcess

Senior WordPress Developer

$60K - $90K/yr

This role requires expert level PHP, CSS, JavaScript, & HTML; impeccable WordPress experience; a solid understanding of frontend and backend technologies; automated testing, and CLI skills. Location ...

Gemini

Part-Time WordPress Developer

Edina, MN · Hybrid

Part-Time WordPress Developer (Contract-to-Hire) About Gemini Gemini Agency is a performance-driven ... Manage daily website maintenance including plugin and theme updates, performance optimization, and ...

WP Buffs

WordPress Support Developer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$22/hr

WP Buffs is looking for an experienced WordPress developer with good communication and customer ... Plugin, theme and core updates * Security optimizations * Performance optimizations * Down or ...

West County Net

Be Seen First

Front-End WordPress Developer with UI/UX Expertise - ON SITE

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$30/hr

Expert understanding WordPress theme and plugin development.​ * Experience with Advanced Custom ... Our team of highly skilled developers, digital marketers, and strategists work together to deliver ...

WP Buffs

WordPress Support Developer

Washington, DC · Remote

$22/hr

WP Buffs is looking for an experienced WordPress developer with good communication and customer ... Plugin, theme and core updates * Security optimizations * Performance optimizations * Down or ...

SA Technologies Inc.

Front-End Developer

Menlo Park, CA

$122K - $142K/yr

Our branding and design studio is looking for a hands-on Web Developer with strong visual/design ... Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite Custom WordPress theme creation Responsive design/code Ability ...

Pavago

WordPress Developer

WordPress Developer (Elementor, PHP, Site Speed Optimization) - Remote U.S. Hours Position Type ... Opportunity to grow into senior dev / tech lead roles Interview Process * Initial Phone Screen

The James Agency

Front End Web Developer

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

Are you a meticulous front-end web developer with a passion for precision and a keen eye for detail ... Knowledge of Elementor and visual builders, WordPress theme/plugin development, and experience ...

Judit Inc

Web Application Developer -

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Web Application Developer Location: Philadelphia, PA 19019 Duration: Thursday Dec, 31 W2/1099 ... WordPress theme and plugin creation, PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript * Would largely follow selected ...

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As of Jul 24, 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.

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Senior WordPress Developer

Senior WordPress Developer

Nexcess

Remote

$60K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Description
Position at Nexcess
This role is responsible for developing code that can withstand high profile sites and intense loads. You will collaborate with a cross-functional team to architect and develop durable, extensible, and secure code. This role requires expert level PHP, CSS, JavaScript, & HTML; impeccable WordPress experience; a solid understanding of frontend and backend technologies; automated testing, and CLI skills.
Location
This position is permanently remote for the right candidate but must work US based hours.
Compensation
Base Salary will be in the range of $60,000-$90,000 USD and will vary depending on location and skill set.
Responsibilities:
  • Develop new software solutions and maintain existing applications
  • Work with stakeholders to understand requirements and objectives
  • Create, review, and update technical documentation
  • Keep apprised of relevant new technology and best practices
  • Write tests to validate code function
  • Execute bug fixes
  • Measure results of implemented solutions
  • Participate in troubleshooting/triaging of issues and document them appropriately

Skills, Competencies, and Qualifications:
  • 5+ years Experience in the WordPress space
  • 2+ years focused on leading the technical direction of a team and mentoring
  • 2+ years developing with React
  • Thorough knowledge of the product development life cycle
  • Exceptional organizational and communication skills
  • Skilled at crafting modern PHP (ex: autoloading, dependency management, dependency injection, templating libraries, automated testing, OOP, and/or frameworks like Symfony or Laravel, etc.)
  • Mid to advanced level vanilla JavaScript experience (including experience with webpack, babel, and ES2015+ syntax)
  • Exceptional HTML & CSS (including experience with PostCSS or Sass and BEM) skills
  • Experience working with design systems and design system thinking
  • Exceptional at crafting modern PHP (ex: autoloading, dependency management, dependency injection, templating libraries, automated testing, OOP, and/or frameworks like Symfony or Laravel, etc.)
  • Experience working with at least one automated testing framework
  • Comfortable working in a Linux environment
  • A passion for improving software/systems
  • Ability to work remotely with little-to-no supervision
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with developing blocks for the Block Editor
  • Experience with continuous integration and automated deployment pipelines
  • Experience with JS application frameworks
  • Experience building sites that are accessible (you've worked with WAI-ARIA and done WCAG 2.0+ AA/Section 508 work) and performant (working knowledge of best practices)
  • Experience in more advanced areas of JavaScript (state management; async operations; unit, snapshot, and integration testing; REST APIs)
  • Full stack experience beyond HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Background working

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
  • While performing the essential duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to use hands to finger, talk, and hear
  • The individual frequently is required to stand and walk
  • Works at a desk and computer screen for extended periods of time
  • Works in a traditional climate controlled office environment
  • Works in a highly stressful environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and diverse employee population
  • Be able to occasionally lift up to ten (10) pounds

Disclaimer:
This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all job responsibilities, tasks, or duties. Additional duties and tasks may be assigned as part of the job function. Liquid Web Inc. reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in a way that best supports the organizational needs. The job description in no way creates or implies an employment contract. The employment contract remains "at will".
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Liquid Web is committed to offering equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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