Web Developer - WordPress/PHP

Archetype s; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401K with match

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Career development

Job summary

Archetype SC is seeking a Web Developer with strong WordPress skills to build custom themes and plugins and deliver polished, functional websites for diverse clients. You will collaborate with UX, design, and content teams to translate designs into responsive WordPress solutions and ensure performance and accessibility best practices.

You’ll work on projects ranging from small businesses to established brands, with opportunities to learn new tools and contribute to internal innovation

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional WordPress development experience.
• Experience creating custom themes and plugins for WordPress.
• Able to translate designs from Figma/Adobe XD into responsive sites.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain custom WordPress sites, themes, and plugins in PHP.
• Translate designs into responsive, accessible websites.
• Collaborate with UX, design, and content teams to bring ideas to life.
• Troubleshoot layout, plugin conflicts, and performance issues.
• Implement third-party APIs and integrations.
• Apply best practices for performance, security and accessibility.

Skills

WordPress development

PHP

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

MySQL

Git

Theme/plugin development

Responsive design

Collaboration

Education

2- or 4-year degree in Web Development, CS, or related fields

Tools

Git

Composer

NPM

REST APIs

Job description

Are you a passionate Web Developer who loves bringing designs to life and building smart, scalable digital experiences? At Archetype SC, we’re looking for a developer with strong WordPress skills to join our team. If you have experience creating custom themes and plugins and enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we would like to hear from you.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys building polished, functional websites that help clients stand out online. Whetherit'sa small business or an established brand,you’llbring their vision to life with well-structured code and attention to detail.You’llbe part of a team that values curiosity, craftsmanship, and continuous growth.

As a Web Developer at Archetype SC,you’llhelp create modern, responsive websites to meet a wide range of client needs.You’llcollaborate with a team to build andmaintaincustom WordPress solutions. From unique plugin development to seamless front-end implementation, your work will have a direct impact on projects across industries.

You may also have an opportunity to learn new tools, explore emerging technologies, and contribute to internal innovation projects to push the boundaries of what is possible.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain custom WordPress sites, themes, and plugins in PHP.
• Translate Figma or Adobe XD designs into responsive, accessible websites.
• Collaborate with UX, design, and content teams to bring ideas to life.
• Troubleshoot and resolve layout bugs, plugin conflicts, and performance issues.
• Implement third-party APIs and integrations.
• Apply current best practices for performance, security and accessibility standards

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of professional experience developing custom WordPress sites and plugins (agency experience strongly preferred)
• Strong knowledge of PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and MySQL.
• Fundamental understanding of PHP and Object-oriented programming.
• Knowledge of MySQL database structures and complex query building.
• Familiarity with Git and modern development workflows.
• Ability to create custom WordPress plugins and themes.
• Ability to work collaboratively on a team.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• A strong eye for layout, typography, and responsive design.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with WordPress page builders such as Elementor or Oxygen.
• Experience with WooCommerce and/or custom integrations.
• Ability to use JavaScript to build interactive elements or handle AJAX requests.
• Familiar with using API integrations such as REST or OAuth.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG).
• Experience optimizing WordPress sites.
• Understanding of version control, such as GIT.
• Using dependency management tools such as Composer or NPM.
• 2- or 4-year degree in Web Development, Computer Science, Graphic Design, UX/UI, or related fields

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401KRetirement savings plan with company match.
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability Coverage
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Check us out at archetypesc.com!

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.