WordPress Developer

OpenKrill; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire Hangar is seeking a skilled WordPress Developer to manage a large portfolio of client websites remotely for US-based projects. This full-time role emphasizes hands-on development, ticket-based workflows, and delivering high-quality results across sites you touch.

You will handle theme and plugin adjustments, custom CSS/HTML, and PHP/JavaScript changes while maintaining clean, secure code. Excellent English communication and prior remote work with US/UK clients are essential for success in

Qualifications

• WordPress development experience with themes, child themes, plugins, and CPTs.
• HTML5, CSS3, PHP, and JavaScript proficiency.
• Experience with page builders Elementor, WPBakery, Divi, Gutenberg.
• Experience managing multiple client sites or a portfolio of WordPress properties.
• Strong attention to detail with self-QA before handoff.
• Clear, professional written and spoken English.
• Prior remote work experience with remote collaboration tools and US/UK client exposure.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume ticketed inbox of website requests including content updates, layout changes, landing pages, and minor feature additions.
• Implement WordPress changes including theme and template adjustments, custom CSS/HTML edits, and basic-to-intermediate PHP and JavaScript modifications.
• Perform thorough quality control on every change: test across devices and browsers, verify links, forms, menus, and interactive elements.
• Draft clear, professional client-facing summaries of completed work for internal review prior to delivery.
• Collaborate with internal developers and account managers to clarify requirements and resolve edge cases.
• Proactively flag technical risks, recurring issues, and opportunities to improve or standardize templates and processes.
• Maintain clean, secure, and well-organized code and site structure across the portfolio.

Skills

WordPress development

HTML5

CSS3

PHP

JavaScript

Remote work experience

English proficiency

Tools

Elementor

WPBakery

Divi

Gutenberg

Google Workspace

Slack

Zoom

Asana

Ticketing systems

Job description

Join Hire Hangar and work with fast-growing global companies while building a long-term career.

WordPress Developer

Remote

US Time Zones (EST–PST)

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled WordPress Developer to manage and maintain a large portfolio of client websites on a day-to-day basis. This is a full-time role requiring hands-on development experience—not just page builder familiarity. You will own a ticket-based workflow, implement changes with precision, and uphold a high standard of quality across every site you touch.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume ticketed inbox of website requests including content updates, layout changes, landing pages, and minor feature additions
• Implement WordPress changes including theme and template adjustments, custom CSS/HTML edits, and basic-to-intermediate PHP and JavaScript modifications
• Perform thorough quality control on every change: test across devices and browsers, verify links, forms, menus, and interactive elements
• Draft clear, professional client-facing summaries of completed work for internal review prior to delivery
• Collaborate with internal developers and account managers to clarify requirements and resolve edge cases
• Proactively flag technical risks, recurring issues, and opportunities to improve or standardize templates and processes
• Maintain clean, secure, and well-organized code and site structure across the portfolio

Required Qualifications

• Professional WordPress development experience with strong knowledge of themes, child themes, plugins, and custom post types
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and basic-to-intermediate PHP and JavaScript
• Experience with page builders (Elementor, WPBakery, Divi, Gutenberg) plus the ability to go beyond them when needed
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple client sites or a portfolio of WordPress properties
• Strong attention to detail with a consistent habit of self-QA before handoff
• Clear, professional written and spoken English
• Must have prior remote work experience, be fluent with remote collaboration tools (Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, Asana, or similar), and have ideally worked with US or UK-based companies. Applications without this experience will not be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience at a marketing or digital agency
• Familiarity with SEO best practices in WordPress
• Experience with performance optimization (caching, image optimization, etc.)
• Experience with Git or other version control systems

Tools & Technology

• WordPress (themes, child themes, plugins, custom post types)
• HTML5, CSS3, PHP, JavaScript
• Page builders: Elementor, WPBakery, Divi, Gutenberg
• Google Workspace
• Slack, Zoom, and other remote collaboration tools
• Ticketing / project management systems