Full-Stack Web Developer

Overview This is a remote position and is NOT limited to Pittsburgh, PA. We are a fully remote team primarily located in New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania—but we work from anywhere with clients all over the country. Team members should be available to collaborate primarily during 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Eastern Time, with some flexibility. Makeway is a digital experience agency committed to making an impact with visionary brands. We help clients see the possibilities in their challenges and deliver the right creative and technical solutions to realize them. What Are We Looking For? We're looking for an experienced Full-Stack Web Developer who is especially strong in PHP, WordPress, and modern JavaScript. You'll build and support polished, high-performing websites and digital experiences, working across both back-end and front-end development. Much of the role centers on custom WordPress work—including themes, plugins, blocks, integrations, performance, security, accessibility, and ongoing support—while also contributing to projects that use modern JavaScript frameworks and other platforms. We're a small, collaborative team, so flexibility and a genuine can-do attitude are essential. The right person communicates openly, takes ownership, adapts when priorities shift, and readily helps teammates solve what's in front of us. We value people who are confident in their craft without being rigid about where their responsibilities begin and end. How We Use AI AI use is a normal and mandatory part of working at Makeway. We do not use AI to replace jobs; we use it to amplify expertise, improve quality, and accelerate thoughtful work. Team members are expected to use approved AI tools regularly for development, troubleshooting, research, documentation, QA, and workflow improvement—while remaining accountable for accuracy, security, privacy, and sound human judgment. Applicants should be comfortable learning new AI-assisted ways of working as the tools evolve. Requirements Essential Duties and Responsibilities Build, maintain, and improve responsive websites and digital experiences, primarily using WordPress and PHPDevelop custom WordPress themes, plugins, Gutenberg blocks, and Advanced Custom Fields implementationsBuild modern front-end interfaces using semantic HTML, CSS, JavaScript or TypeScript, and frameworks such as React, Vue, Next.js, or comparable technologiesIntegrate third-party platforms and services through REST APIs, webhooks, and other data exchangesTranslate designs into accurate, accessible, responsive, and maintainable interfacesTroubleshoot complex issues across the front end, back end, hosting environment, and connected servicesParticipate in technical discovery and project scoping by estimating effort, identifying dependencies, and surfacing risks earlyReview code, contribute to shared standards, and use Git-based workflows for collaboration and release managementManage work across multiple client projects while communicating progress, blockers, and tradeoffs clearlyCollaborate closely with developers, designers, strategists, and project managers; step in where needed to help the team deliverUse AI tools regularly and responsibly to accelerate development and strengthen the quality of the workContinue learning as technologies, platforms, and best practices evolve Technical Requirements Strong professional experience with PHP, including object-oriented programming and modern development practicesStrong WordPress experience, including custom themes, plugins, Gutenberg, Advanced Custom Fields, and the WordPress data model and APIsStrong proficiency with modern JavaScript and front-end development, including at least one current framework or library such as React, Vue, or Next.jsStrong knowledge of HTML, CSS or Sass, responsive design, and cross-browser implementationExperience with SQL and relational databases, especially MySQL or MariaDBExperience integrating REST APIs, webhooks, and third-party servicesComfort with Git, code review, package managers, build tools, and modern local-development workflowsWorking knowledge of website performance, security, accessibility, technical SEO, and browser debuggingAbility to produce maintainable, well-documented code and make sound technical decisions within real project constraintsExcellent problem-solving, communication, organization, and remote collaboration skills These are the core requirements, but chances are you know more than what's listed here. That's great! Tell us what else you bring to the table and how comfortable you are with those skills. Nice-to-Have Experience Drupal, Shopify, BigCommerce, or other content-management and commerce platformsCloud and managed hosting environments such as AWS, Pantheon, WP Engine, or similar servicesAutomated testing, continuous integration and deployment, containerized development, or DevOps practicesAgency or client-services experience, including balancing multiple projects and communicating with nontechnical stakeholders Education And Experience At least 5 years of related professional experience. A bachelor's or associate degree is preferred, but not required. Demonstrated ability, good judgment, and relevant experience matter more to us than a particular educational path. Benefits One of the best benefits is the people and clients you work with every day. Seriously, they're pretty great 😁 In addition, we offer: Health, dental, and vision insurance, with employee premiums covered at 100%401(k) plan with a generous company matchTen days of paid time off and five sick days per year; ten paid holidays, plus a company-wide shutdown between Christmas and New Year'sSix weeks of paid parental leaveA strong commitment to work/life balanceAn annual continuing-education fund for personal and professional development, including online training, conferences, trade shows, books, and other learning resourcesA company-provided laptop, extra monitor, and computer accessories, plus an annual stipend for additional office expenses or suppliesFlexibility to work from wherever you'd like Equal Opportunity Makeway is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants with different backgrounds, identities, perspectives, and experiences. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment process.