Senior Developer

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Developer based in Brazil.

This is a senior technical opportunity focused on building high-performance, conversion-optimized WordPress experiences for a competitive digital <market.You>’ll take ownership of multiple projects, transforming sophisticated Figma designs into responsive, accessible, and polished websites.The role combines hands-on development with technical leadership, quality assurance, process improvement, and <mentoring.You>’ll work across the full website lifecycle, from initial implementation and custom functionality through post-launch optimization and support.Collaboration is central, with close interaction across design, project management, account management, SEO, and social <teams.You>’ll also contribute to a reusable theme ecosystem while raising standards for performance, security, accessibility, and maintainability.This role is ideal for an experienced WordPress engineer who enjoys autonomy, technical ownership, and continuous improvement in a remote environment.

Accountabilities

• Build high-performance websites using a proprietary Gutenberg-based WordPress theme, with a strong focus on usability, responsiveness, and conversion.
• Manage 2–4 concurrent projects across development, launch, and post-launch refinement.
• Develop custom WordPress templates, functionality, components, animations, and interactive elements.
• Translate complex Figma designs into responsive WordPress implementations, maintaining visual accuracy and technical quality.
• Handle client request tickets, troubleshoot technical issues, and deliver post-development improvements.
• Collaborate closely with design, project management, account management, SEO, social, and other development teams.
• Take ownership of technical deliverables and proactively communicate project progress, risks, and updates.
• Establish and maintain rigorous QA practices covering accessibility, performance, security, and functionality.
• Identify workflow inefficiencies and implement improvements that increase development quality and efficiency.
• Enhance the proprietary theme library by developing reusable components and new features.
• Mentor junior developers through code reviews, knowledge sharing, and technical guidance.
• Stay current with WordPress updates, modern development practices, coding standards, and documentation.

Requirements

• 6+ years of professional WordPress and front-end development experience, preferably within an agency environment.
• Expert-level knowledge of PHP, CSS, HTML, and Bootstrap.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and jQuery.
• Deep understanding of WordPress core concepts, including hooks, filters, actions, shortcodes, theme architecture, and customization.
• Strong experience with the Gutenberg editor, WordPress databases, and troubleshooting.
• Advanced experience with ACF and Gravity Forms, plus familiarity with tools such as Nitropack and Yoast SEO.
• Experience with WP Engine, including hosting, backups, error logs, and domain management.
• Demonstrated ability to create custom animations and interactive website elements.
• Strong Figma-to-code capabilities and an excellent understanding of responsive design and accessibility standards.
• Familiarity with development and collaboration tools including Slack, Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Suite, ClickUp, and Zoom.
• Highly communicative, detail-oriented, proactive, and accountable, with the ability to work independently across multiple projects.
• Portfolio required, showcasing WordPress websites with custom functionality and complex design implementations.
• Bonus experience with React or Vue.js, Webpack, npm, server-side technologies, hosting optimization, CRO, automated testing, or CI workflows is advantageous.

Benefits

• Fully remote position for candidates based in Latin America.
• Competitive compensation of up to $5,000 USD per month.
• Flexible paid time off (PTO).
• Opportunity to take ownership of technical standards and contribute to the continuous improvement of a growing digital development environment.
• Opportunity to mentor other developers and influence development processes, architecture, and quality standards.
• Exposure to complex, high-performance WordPress projects where technical execution directly supports business and conversion objectives.