Rankings.io

Senior Developer

Rankings.io

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: MontanaUnited States

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Salary

💰 $80,000 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • 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.
  • Develop custom templates and functionality that work seamlessly within our theme environment while meeting unique client requirements.
  • Transform complex Figma designs into pixel-perfect, responsive WordPress experiences that balance visual impact with performance and usability.
  • Handle client request tickets alongside project work, troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions efficiently.
  • 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.
  • Establish and maintain rigorous QA processes and testing protocols to ensure every site launch meets our high standards for accessibility, performance, and security.
  • Proactively identify inefficiencies in development workflows and propose actionable solutions that increase team efficiency and output quality.
  • Contribute to elevating our proprietary theme library by building reusable components, optimizing existing functionality, and implementing new features.
  • Coach and mentor junior developers through code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge sharing to accelerate their growth and elevate team capabilities.
  • Stay current with WordPress updates, modern development practices, and emerging technologies to continually push technical innovation while maintaining stability.
  • Champion and enforce coding standards, documentation practices, and development methodologies across the team.

Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience in WordPress development and front-end development (agency experience preferred).
  • Languages (Expert-Level Proficiency Required):
  • - PHP (extremely high proficiency)
  • - CSS (extremely high proficiency)
  • - HTML (extremely high proficiency)
  • - Bootstrap (extremely high proficiency)
  • - JavaScript (high proficiency)
  • - jQuery (high proficiency)
  • 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)
  • Tools & Software:
  • - Comfortable using digital communication tools (Slack) on a daily basis
  • - Familiar with Google suite of tools: Google Docs, Sheets, Google Search Console, etc.
  • - Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly:
  • - Dreamweaver
  • - Photoshop
  • - Illustrator
  • - Media Encoder
  • Project Management & Collaboration:
  • - Proficient with project management and collaboration tools:
  • - 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
Benefits
  • Starting Salary $80k
  • Work remotely from home
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Quarterly training stipend for Professional Development
  • 401(k) with 3% employer match (Safe Harbor)
  • 100% health insurance (including fully employer funded coverage)
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Hard Skills & Tools
PHPCSSHTMLBootstrapJavaScriptjQueryWordPress developmentGutenberg editorAdvanced Custom FieldsGravity Forms
Soft Skills
communicationownershipinitiativedetail-orientedmentoringcollaborationproblem-solvingproactiveaccountabilityfeedback acceptance