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Metacake

Advanced Wordpress Developer

Franklin, TN · On-site

... Wordpress web developer to join our team. If you are a skilled and experienced developer who is ... Skilled and Experienced in Front-End Design execution. Taking designs from layered design files to ...

Elegant Themes

WordPress and React Developer

Sonoma, CA · Remote

Over 1 million users, freelance developers, and web design agencies depend on our beautiful designs ... While WordPress is a PHP-based application, our flagship product uses a front-end interface built ...

CharterUP

WordPress Developer

Richmond, VA · On-site +1

$70K - $75K/yr

WordPress Developer Reports to: Chief Marketing Officer Location: Austin, Texas CharterUP is ... Proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript) with an eye for design and ...

Metacake

Advanced Wordpress Developer

Franklin, TN · On-site

... Wordpress web developer to join our team. If you are a skilled and experienced developer who is ... Skilled and Experienced in Front-End Design execution. Taking designs from layered design files to ...

Argon Agency

Wordpress Web Developer

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise in WordPress development, front-end and back-end programming, performance optimization, and security best practices. This position requires ...

Argon Agency

Wordpress Web Developer

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

The ideal candidate has strong technical expertise in WordPress development, front-end and back-end programming, performance optimization, and security best practices. This position requires ...

Leidos

Full Stack Developer UI/UX

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

As a UI/UX Engineer you will build custom and accessible websites, with the user experiences in ... Responsible for both back-end and front-end development including the implementation of WordPress ...

Leidos

Full Stack Developer UI/UX

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

As a UI/UX Engineer you will build custom and accessible websites, with the user experiences in ... Responsible for both back-end and front-end development including the implementation of WordPress ...

West County Net

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

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$30/hr

We are seeking a talented Front-End WordPress Developer with a strong sense of aesthetics and coding expertise to join our innovative team at West County Net. Our mission is to push the boundaries of ...

Photon

WordPress Lead - Dallas

Dallas, TX

Familiarity with front-end frameworks like Bootstrap , Tailwind CSS , or similar. Expertise in Git ... Experience working with WordPress multisite, WooCommerce, and other major WordPress plugins. Strong ...

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How much do wordpress frontend developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for wordpress frontend developer in the United States is $110,412.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,000.00 and $121,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by WordPress Frontend Developers when working with custom themes and plugins?

WordPress Frontend Developers often encounter challenges such as ensuring cross-browser compatibility, maintaining responsive design across devices, and integrating custom themes or plugins without compromising site performance. Collaborating closely with backend developers and designers is essential to ensure seamless functionality and a consistent user experience. Staying updated with the latest WordPress updates and best practices is also crucial to address potential security and compatibility issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a WordPress Frontend Developer, and why are they important?

To excel as a WordPress Frontend Developer, you need a solid grasp of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP, along with experience customizing WordPress themes and building responsive websites. Familiarity with tools like Elementor, Gutenberg, and version control systems such as Git is common, and knowledge of SEO best practices or relevant certifications can be advantageous. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with designers and clients to deliver polished, user-friendly interfaces. These skills are vital for creating high-quality, performant, and visually appealing WordPress sites that meet client and user expectations.

What is the difference between Wordpress Frontend Developer vs Web Designer?

AspectWordpress Frontend DeveloperWeb Designer
Primary FocusBuilding and customizing website interfaces using codeDesigning visual layouts and user experience
SkillsHTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, WordPress theme developmentGraphic design, UI/UX principles, Adobe Creative Suite
Work EnvironmentWeb development agencies, freelance, in-house IT teamsDesign studios, marketing agencies, freelance

While both roles work on website creation, a Wordpress Frontend Developer focuses on coding and implementing functional website interfaces within WordPress, whereas a Web Designer emphasizes visual design and user experience. The developer's role is more technical, involving programming skills, while the designer concentrates on aesthetics and layout. Both collaborate closely but serve different core functions in website development.

What is a WordPress Frontend Developer?

A WordPress Frontend Developer specializes in creating and customizing the visual aspects of websites built on the WordPress platform. Their primary focus is on designing user interfaces, implementing themes, and ensuring that websites are responsive and user-friendly. They use languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP to modify site appearance and functionality. Additionally, they often work closely with designers and backend developers to deliver a seamless user experience.
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Associate WordPress Developer (On-Site)

Associate WordPress Developer (On-Site)

1-Stop Design Shop, Inc.

Bedford, MA • On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

This is an on-site position in Bedford MA. Do Not Apply if you are outside a 50 mile radius.

The Role
We’re looking for a WordPress Web Developer who’s confident in both front-end creative and back-end programming—with an expert-level command of WordPress. You’ll help us plan, design, build, launch, and maintain websites for a variety of clients—from small local businesses to national brands.
You should have a strong grasp of modern development standards, mobile-first design, custom WordPress theme/plugin development, and third-party integrations. You'll collaborate closely with design and marketing team members, and project coordinator to ensure our message is being delivered properly, conducting monthly audits on website assets and structure to ensure reliability, and regularly communicating with other team members and management to continue to grow the business. The ideal candidate has experience writing front-end code, excellent communication skills, and strong attention to detail. 

What You'll Do
  • Translate and/or design concepts in Adobe Photoshop into responsive, pixel-perfect code.
  • Utilitze UI/UX design principles.
  • Can troubleshoot and debug without breaking a sweat.
  • Collaborate with creative director, designer, project manager, and marketing team to plan features and timelines.
  • Optimize sites for performance, accessibility, and SEO best practices
Required:
  • 3-4+ years of proven experience as a Full Stack Developer (portfolio or past projects required).
  • Expert-level WordPress development (not just configuration).
  • WordPress Core: Deep understanding of WordPress functions, APIs, and best practices.
  • Frontend Languages: Expert in HTML, CSS3 (SASS/SCSS), JavaScript.
  • Hands-on experience with at least one modern frontend framework (React, Vue, or Angular).
  • Backend Language: Master knowledge of backend languages/frameworks ( Node.js, Python/Django, PHP/Laravel, or similar).
  • Experience working with databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience with responsive/mobile-first development
  • Understanding of version control (Git/GitHub) and local/staging workflows, RESTful APIs and third-party integrations.
  • Familiarity with page speed optimization, image optimization, caching, and security best practices.
  • Excellent communication skills and organizational skills.
Bonus if you have:
  • Experience with Elementor Pro, or other page builders (but can work without them)
  • Knowledge of managing CMS structure, admin UX, and custom fields using ACF or similar tools
  • Have implemented third-party APIs and integrations (e.g. CRMs, booking tools, eCommerce)
  • Hosting management (cPanel, managing DNS, Cloudflare, installing SSLs etc.)
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary and room to grow
  • A variety of projects across industries and tech stacks
  • Opportunities to work on diverse, creative, and challenging projects.
  • Supportive team culture that values innovation and collaboration.
About Us
We’re a full-service creative and marketing agency helping businesses grow through branding, websites, digital campaigns, and custom marketing solutions. Whether it’s a robust WordPress site with third-party integrations, or maintaining a previously built site. We're a nimble, collaborative team that believes design and function should always work together.
*Salary is based on experience, and skills. Assumes full-time work (about 2,080 hours/year: 40 hours/week × 52 weeks).