Sr. WordPress Developer

Description At Rankings.io, we're more than just a digital marketing agency—we're a team of specialists who help personal injury law firms get cases in the most competitive markets in the country. We've built a culture where excellence isn't a grind; it's the entire game. As a fully remote, 175+ person team, we believe in empowering each individual with the autonomy, resources, and support they need to do their best work. With 100% employer-paid health insurance, unlimited PTO plus monthly wellness days, a 401(k) 3% company match, and a values-driven culture that prioritizes growth and collaboration, we've created a place where high standards meet high fulfillment. The Senior Developer is a highly experienced full-stack developer and technical leader responsible for building high-quality WordPress websites for our law firm clients. This is more than a development role. We're looking for someone who can own complex technical problems, anticipate issues before they become blockers, protect project timelines, and serve as a technical right hand to our Director of Development. Responsibilities Full-Stack Development & Technical Ownership Build custom, responsive WordPress websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and Gutenberg, with expert knowledge of WordPress architecture, custom themes/plugins, APIs, databases, integrations, and hosting environments.Audit existing client sites to identify technical issues, dependencies, conflicts, and risks before development begins.Develop reusable themes, plugins, Gutenberg blocks, and components.Serve as a technical resource to unblock and support other developers. Technical Leadership & Quality Act as a right hand to the Director of Development, helping solve complex technical issues and elevate development standards.Be an ambassador for QA, building with a "right the first time" mindset and identifying issues before they reach QA or the client.Review code for functionality, responsiveness, accessibility, performance, browser compatibility, and design fidelity.Identify root causes and improve development and QA practices.Mentor and support other developers while contributing to a culture of ownership and accountability. Design-Minded Development Translate Figma and other designs into pixel-perfect, polished web experiences.Have strong visual sensibility across typography, spacing, hierarchy, responsive behavior, interactions, and visual details.Independently identify and correct visual inconsistencies. AI & Emerging Technology Stay current with AI-assisted development and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, functionality, visual experiences, and problem-solving.Evaluate new technologies thoughtfully without sacrificing quality, security, performance, or maintainability. Timeline, Ownership & Collaboration Own and prioritize work within agency timelines.Proactively communicate blockers, risks, and timeline concerns before they impact delivery.Partner with Design, UX, SEO, PM, and Account teams; clearly communicate technical tradeoffs. Performance, Security, Accessibility & SEO Optimize for site speed and Core Web Vitals and follow WordPress security best practices.Implement ADA/WCAG 2.1/2.2 standards and technical SEO requirements including schema, indexation, crawlability, and clean architecture.Understand how development decisions impact SEO, lead generation, and the overall user experience. Requirements 5+ years of hands-on WordPress development experience, including custom theme and plugin development.Expert-level full-stack development with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, WordPress, and Git.Strong understanding of WordPress architecture, Gutenberg, APIs, integrations, databases, and hosting/deployment environments.Experience troubleshooting complex technical environments and issues.Strong understanding of responsive, pixel-perfect design implementation and visual sensibility.Agency or multi-client experience preferred.Demonstrated ability to independently solve complex technical problems.Experience mentoring or technically guiding other developers.Experience incorporating AI tools into development workflows or creating AI-enhanced functionality.Portfolio demonstrating high-quality websites and complex development work. Benefits Starting Salary of $95,000Fully RemoteUnlimited PTO$100 Wellness Reimbursement ProgramQuarterly training stipend for Professional Development401(k) with 3% Employer match (Safe Harbor)100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance What to Expect in the Interview Process Human Resume Review: Your resume will be reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team: Real people, not AI.One-Way Video Interview: Selected candidates will be sent a link to complete a one-way video interview. Please plan to record in your typical work-from-home environment, ensuring it is well-lit and free of distractions.Live Zoom Interview: Candidates who move forward will meet with Talent Acquisition and the Hiring Manager for a live Zoom interview to discuss experience, role expectations, and team fit.Creative Role Assessment (When Applicable) For certain creative-focused roles, candidates may be asked to complete a paid test project designed to evaluate technical skills, creative thinking, and overall approach. Selected candidates may then participate in a final Zoom interview with additional team members or leadership.