WordPress Developer
<p>Join Hire Hangar and work with fast-growing global companies while building a long-term, remote career.</p><p><strong>Job Title</strong> WordPress Developer</p><p><strong>Location</strong> Remote</p><p><strong>Time Zone</strong> US Time Zones (EST–CST overlap required)</p><p><strong>Role Overview</strong> 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.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><p>Manage a high-volume ticketed inbox of website requests including content updates, layout changes, landing pages, and minor feature additions</p></li><li><p>Implement WordPress changes including theme and template adjustments, custom CSS/HTML edits, and basic-to-intermediate PHP and JavaScript modifications</p></li><li><p>Perform thorough quality control on every change: test across devices and browsers, verify links, forms, menus, and interactive elements</p></li><li><p>Draft clear, professional client-facing summaries of completed work for internal review prior to delivery</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with internal developers and account managers to clarify requirements and resolve edge cases</p></li><li><p>Proactively flag technical risks, recurring issues, and opportunities to improve or standardize templates and processes</p></li><li><p>Maintain clean, secure, and well-organized code and site structure across the portfolio</p></li></ul><p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><p>Professional WordPress development experience with strong knowledge of themes, child themes, plugins, and custom post types</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and basic-to-intermediate PHP and JavaScript</p></li><li><p>Experience with page builders (Elementor, WPBakery, Divi, Gutenberg) plus the ability to go beyond them when needed</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated experience managing multiple client sites or a portfolio of WordPress properties</p></li><li><p>Strong attention to detail with a consistent habit of self-QA before handoff</p></li><li><p>Clear, professional written and spoken English</p></li><li><p>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.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><p>Prior experience at a marketing or digital agency</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with SEO best practices in WordPress</p></li><li><p>Experience with performance optimization (caching, image optimization, etc.)</p></li><li><p>Experience with Git or other version control systems</p></li></ul><p><strong>Tools & Technology</strong></p><ul><li><p>WordPress (themes, child themes, plugins, custom post types)</p></li><li><p>HTML5, CSS3, PHP, JavaScript</p></li><li><p>Page builders: Elementor, WPBakery, Divi, Gutenberg</p></li><li><p>Google Workspace</p></li><li><p>Slack, Zoom, and other remote collaboration tools</p></li><li><p>Ticketing / project management systems</p></li></ul><p><strong>Please NOTE</strong> It is crucial that you complete the application form in full. As part of the application process, you will be required to record a video. If your application is successful, you will receive an email confirming next steps—the video is the first step of the interview process.
If you do not record a video, we will not be able to consider you for ANY open roles.</p><p>We connect top talent with vetted employers, competitive pay, and real growth opportunities.</p>