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Metacake

Advanced Wordpress Developer

Franklin, TN · On-site

Wordpress "theme hackers" need not apply! If you have the skills to help elevate our team, we'd ... Computer Science, Computer Science Engineering/ Software Engineering * 1-3 years of experience ...

Metacake

Advanced Wordpress Developer

Franklin, TN

Wordpress "theme hackers" need not apply! If you have the skills to help elevate our team, we'd ... Computer Science, Computer Science Engineering/ Software Engineering * 1-3 years of experience ...

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

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

... 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

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 ...

Artech Infosystems Ltd.

WordPress Developer

Summit, NJ · On-site

Role: WordPress Developer Duration: 9+ months Location: Summit, NJ : Looking for an experienced ... Theme/template integration. Knowledge of WordPress Network (Multisite) required. Familiar with AWS ...

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How much do wordpress theme developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for wordpress theme developer in the United States is $84,542.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,500.00 and $99,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a WordPress Theme Developer job?

A WordPress Theme Developer is responsible for designing, coding, and customizing WordPress themes to create visually appealing and functional websites. They work with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP to build or modify themes according to client or business needs. Their job includes ensuring themes are responsive, optimized for performance, and compatible with plugins and the WordPress ecosystem.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Wordpress Theme Developer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a WordPress Theme Developer, you need expertise in PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and a solid understanding of WordPress architecture and best practices. Familiarity with development tools such as Git, task runners like Gulp or Webpack, and experience using WordPress-specific tools and frameworks is highly beneficial. Creative problem-solving, collaboration, and strong communication skills are crucial for integrating client feedback and working with multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualities are essential for delivering high-quality, responsive, and customizable themes that meet user and business needs.

What are typical challenges a WordPress Theme Developer might face in this role?

WordPress Theme Developers often face challenges such as ensuring cross-browser compatibility, optimizing themes for performance, and maintaining security against vulnerabilities. They may also need to balance customization requests with maintaining clean, update-friendly code and address compatibility with a wide range of plugins and third-party tools. Regular collaboration with designers, content creators, and project managers is key to translating client needs into functional and visually appealing solutions. Overcoming these challenges helps developers deliver robust, scalable, and user-friendly themes in a fast-evolving technical landscape.

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WordPress Front-End Developer / Engineer

Integrity Web Consulting

University City, MO

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Leading web consulting firm, designated as a Code Poet, in St. Louis is seeking passionate WordPress Engineer to join our growing team. We offer a flexible work from anywhere environment.

We are looking for creative developers who want to learn on a daily basis, take pride in developing highly usable, intuitive WordPress sites and hope to change the world via technology.

We hire people based upon the H's:

  • Happy - a zest for life and desire to delight our clients
  • Humble - no egos allowed. ever.
  • Hungry - will want to change the world
  • Honest - always do what you say you're gonna do

NON-smokers only, please.

NO offshore firms or recruiters, please.

Job Description

If you love taking award-winning PSDs and creating super tight code and WordPress themes, then we're the place for you. You'll have the following skills:

  • Passion for WordPress and open source technology
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular
  • PHP WordPress theme/plugin development - must build custom themes from scratch
  • Bootstraps or other CSS Frameworks / Resets
  • Modernizr
  • Responsive/Adaptive development
  • Progressive Enhancement / Graceful Degradation
  • HTML and CSS Specifications (W3C / WHATWG)
  • UX / Usability
  • Cross-Browser / Cross-Platform Development
  • Website Speed / Performance
  • Debugging Tools (Firebug, etc)
Qualifications
  • Will have live URLs of your work to reference
  • Must be able to collaborate effectively
  • Must be a proactive communicator
  • Must be able to get to extreme detail
  • Likely an excellent writer
Additional Information

Must have a passion for all things web, learning every day and working with the most creative, awesome team in St. Louis.

Will probably love Mtn. Dew, Red Bull or American Honey.

Offshore firms and recruiters DO NOT APPLY.

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