WordPress Frontend Developer

Make Me Local Ltd.; India; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Make Me Local Ltd. is seeking a passionate WordPress frontend developer to join our development team remotely. You will translate Figma designs into WordPress frontends, implement responsive layouts, and ensure performance and accessibility.

Collaboration with designers, developers, QA, and writers is key to delivering agency client projects. You will work with Elementor, Gutenberg blocks, and custom post types, while maintaining pixel-perfect UI/UX and documentation.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of WordPress frontend development experience.
• Pixel-perfect UI/UX following WordPress standards.
• Experience with Elementor and Gutenberg blocks.
• Familiarity with PHP for functions.php and theme/plugin customization.
• Proficient with Git and version control.
• Strong written and spoken English communication.

Responsibilities

• Translate Figma designs into production-ready WordPress frontends.
• Build and customize Elementor-based sites and themes.
• Develop custom Gutenberg blocks and theme functions.
• Configure custom post types, taxonomies, and ACF fields.
• Collaborate with design, backend, and QA to ensure quality.

Skills

WordPress Frontend

ReactJS

Elementor

Gutenberg blocks

PHP

Git

English

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

LocalWP

Composer

npm/webpack

Job description

We are looking for a passionate front-end developer to join our Development team. You will collaborate with designers, developers, QA engineers, and technical writers to build agency client projects. The role involves implementing responsive designs, integrating with backend systems, and optimizing frontend performance.

What you will be doing:

• Engineer responsive front-end layouts by translating Figma UI designs into production-ready WordPress environments.
• Execute site builds utilizing Elementor while strictly adhering to agency DOM optimization and structural guidelines.
• Develop custom Gutenberg blocks (React/JSX) and specific theme functions for projects that exceed Elementor's native capabilities.
• Configure custom post types, taxonomies, and Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) to bind back-end data to front-end templates.
• Interface directly with the Design team via Figma to ensure high-fidelity design translation and **escalate** UI functionality edge cases.
• Standardize and document reusable Elementor templates and custom code blocks to scale efficiency across the agency's client portfolio.
• Ensure all development supports SEO-friendly website architecture and optimization.
• Use Git and version control strictly for all development workflows.
• Handle both basic and advanced requirements directly within WordPress.

What we expect from you / Required Skills:

• 4+ years of experience as a WordPress Frontend Developer.
• Hands-on experience building pixel-perfect UI/UX following WordPress standards.
• Expert-level understanding of Elementor, including global design systems and dynamic content mapping.
• Practical experience with a JS framework like ReactJS.
• Proven ability to execute UI/UX updates in custom plugins and themes.
• A strong grasp of web application performance and security fundamentals.
• Comfort using AI assistance to maximize your daily productivity.
• The ability to write and maintain clear technical documentation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and strict attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Good to have:

• Experience building and modifying native WordPress block themes (FSE).
• Competency in writing optimized PHP for functions.php modifications, custom hooks, and template hierarchy overrides.
• Proficiency in modern development workflows (Git, Composer, npm/webpack, and local dev environments like Docker/LocalWP).
• Familiarity with backend development concepts.
• A track record of independently leading projects and guiding fellow team members in a remote environment.
• A proactive mindset to stay current with WordPress releases, frontend concepts, and industry trends.

Work Logistics:

• Work Setup: 100% Remote. You need a reliable internet connection to work effectively from home.
• Hours: You must be flexible and available to overlap with UK working hours.