Senior Website Designer

Lost Search Media; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

401k with company match

Health Insurance options

Paid time off

Training budget

In-office culture in Gilbert, AZ

Room to grow

Job summary

Lost Search Media in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a Senior Website Designer to lead the development of high‑performing WordPress sites. You’ll leverage AI tools to speed delivery and craft UX‑driven experiences that convert.

You’ll collaborate with account leads, marketing, and design to translate client goals into secure, scalable websites and custom themes and plugins. The role requires 5+ years in an agency or fast‑paced environment and a strong portfolio of responsive, SEO‑friendly sites.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading web development projects in an agency or fast-paced environment.
• Strong proficiency in building custom WordPress solutions (custom post types, ACF, theme development).
• Advanced skills in PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and MySQL.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of secure, scalable WordPress websites and plugins across multiple clients.
• Architect and implement custom themes and plugins tailored to client needs.
• Leverage AI coding tools to automate workflows, refactor code, and accelerate delivery.
• Collaborate with SEO, content, design, and analytics teams to deliver high-performing sites.
• Audit and optimize website speed, mobile responsiveness, and Core Web Vitals for growth.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and translate data into actionable business insights.

Skills

WordPress

PHP

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

MySQL

AI coding tools

UX focus

Technical SEO

Tools

WordPress

Claude Code

AI coding tools

Job description

Join our in-office team in Gilbert, AZ. Collaboration and culture are at the heart of what we do.

Senior Website Designer

Type: Full-Time | Experience: 5+ Years

Ready to lead the next evolution of web design?

We’re looking for a forward-thinking Senior Web Designer to join our in-office team in Gilbert, AZ and drive client growth through cutting‑edge, high‑performing websites. If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of WordPress and leveraging AI tools to build faster and smarter, this is the role for you.

The Role

You’re a seasoned developer with a passion for innovation, a consultant’s mindset, and a drive to build impactful digital experiences. You thrive on anticipating client needs before they speak them, and you understand that modern web development demands a blend of technical expertise, UX focus, and AI‑enhanced execution.

You'll collaborate directly with internal account leads and our marketing teams to craft and execute web projects that align with business objectives. Your work will go far beyond basic themes and plugins. You'll deeply understand your clients' goals and use that knowledge to build meaningful, measurable, high‑converting digital realities.

Role Highlights

• Web development strategy and execution across multiple clients and verticals, primarily on WordPress.
• Architect and develop secure, scalable, and custom WordPress websites, themes, and plugins tailored to client needs.
• Leverage cutting‑edge AI coding tools to automate workflows, refactor code, solve complex problems, and accelerate project delivery.
• Partner cross‑functionally with SEO, content, design, and analytics teams to create integrated, high‑performing websites.
• Audit and enhance website speed, mobile responsiveness, and Core Web Vitals to support our organic growth campaigns.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and translate development data into clear business insights for stakeholders.

You’ll Thrive Here If You...

• Have 5+ years managing web development projects in an agency or fast‑paced environment.
• Possess deep, hands‑on experience building custom WordPress solutions (custom post types, advanced custom fields, theme development).
• Have advanced proficiency in PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and MySQL.
• Are passionate about the future of development and actively use AI agents (like Claude Code) to enhance your daily workflow.
• Think in terms of user experience (UX) and conversions, not just code.
• Understand how development choices directly impact technical SEO and organic search performance.
• Can juggle multiple client needs and shifting technical requirements with ease.

Bonus Points For:

• Experience directing UX/UI strategy and collaborating with designers.
• Familiarity with server management, staging environments, and deployment pipelines.
• Understanding of programmatic SEO integration or advanced schema implementation.
• A personal portfolio, active GitHub repository of custom projects, or public sharing of dev/AI insights.

Why Lost Search Media?

At Lost Search, we’re building something different. A team of curious, driven professionals who show up ready to solve problems and make an impact. We move fast, stay sharp, and care deeply about doing right by our clients.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary + bonuses based on performance
• 401k with company match
• Health Insurance options
• Paid time off & flexible schedules
• Training budget + paid certifications
• Tight‑knit in‑office culture in Gilbert, AZ
• Room to grow as we scale