Job Title: Developer

Company Name: Rankings.io

Job Details: $65k/yrRemoteFull,Time

Job Url: https://hiring.cafe/viewjob/ws4ige7hxu3xy9sm

Job Description: Posted 2d agoDeveloper@ Rankings.ioView All JobsWebsiteSt. Louis, Missouri, United States$65k/yrRemoteFull TimeResponsibilities:Own development, Implement features, Troubleshoot issuesRequirements Summary:3–5 years WordPress development; HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript; Gutenberg, ACF; WordPress themes; remote collaboration.Technical Tools Mentioned:HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, Gutenberg, ACF, WP Engine, cPanel, WordPress
At Rankings.io, we're more than just a digital marketing agency—we're a team of specialists helping personal injury law firms win 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, 150+ person team, we empower individuals with autonomy, trust, and support to do their best work. We move fast without sacrificing quality, care deeply about outcomes, and celebrate wins along the way. With 100% employer-paid health insurance, unlimited PTO plus monthly wellness days, a 3% SIMPLE IRA match, and a values-driven culture focused on growth and collaboration, we’ve created a place where high standards meet high fulfillment.If you take pride in producing quality work and want to collaborate with people who are exceptionally good at what they do, you’ll feel at home here.About the RoleTo support our growing Development team, we’re hiring a Developer who can build high-performance law firm websites using our WordPress theme, independently handle client requests, site maintenance, and feature implementation across a large portfolio of websites.This role is ideal for a developer who is comfortable working across different WordPress architectures, understands how front-end and back-end decisions impact performance and UX, and can execute tasks with minimal oversight. You’ll work across our proprietary Gutenberg-based theme, custom PHP/ACF templates, and select page-builder environments, partnering closely with Design, Project Management, and Senior Developers.While you’ll continue to grow technically, this role is not entry-level—you’re expected to bring solid judgment, reliability, and the ability to own work from start to finish.ResponsibilitiesDevelopment & ExecutionOwn client and internal development requests across a large portfolio of WordPress websitesImplement features, layouts, and content updates across:Custom PHP/ACF templatesGutenberg-based themesSelect page builder environmentsTranslate designs into clean, responsive, and performant implementationsTroubleshoot site issues, plugin conflicts, and front-end or CMS-related bugsPerform routine maintenance, updates, and QA to ensure site stabilityCollaboration & OwnershipPartner closely with Design, Project Management, and Account teams to deliver work accurately and on timeCommunicate clearly about progress, blockers, and tradeoffsFlag potential issues early and propose practical solutionsFollow and reinforce internal coding standards, workflows, and QA processesWhat Success Looks LikeYou consistently deliver accurate, high-quality work with minimal reworkYou can independently execute most requests while knowing when to escalateYou communicate clearly, proactively, and professionallyYou contribute to a smooth, predictable development workflowYou steadily deepen your understanding of our themes, tools, and standardsRequirements3–5 years of professional WordPress development experience (agency experience strongly preferred).Core TechnologiesHTML & CSS (strong proficiency)PHP (working proficiency)JavaScript / jQuery (working proficiency)Bootstrap or similar CSS frameworksFamiliarity with modern WordPress block (Gutenberg) developmentWordPress DevelopmentExperience working with:Custom themes built with PHP templates and ACFGutenberg-based themes and block patternsPage-builder-based sitesStrong understanding of WordPress fundamentals:The LoopHooks and filtersShortcodesCustom post types and taxonomiesComfortable navigating WordPress admin and adapting quickly to different site architecturesAbility to implement features cleanly while following established standardsCommonly Used PluginsAdvanced Custom Fields (ACF)Gravity Forms (including conditional logic and add-ons)Yoast SEOPerformance plugins (e.g., NitroPack or similar)Hosting & EnvironmentsExperience working within WP Engine or comparable managed hosting platformsComfortable:Reviewing error logsRestoring backupsTroubleshooting environment-specific issuesFamiliarity with cPanel and other hosting dashboardsDesign ImplementationConfident translating designs from Figma or Adobe XD into responsive WordPress componentsStrong attention to spacing, typography, responsiveness, and visual consistencyUnderstanding of accessibility and performance considerationsTools & CollaborationComfortable working day-to-day in:SlackClickUp (or similar project management tools)Zoom and screen recording toolsFamiliar with Google Workspace toolsWorking knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a plus (not a requirement)BenefitsStarting Salary $65k per yearWork remotely from homeUnlimited PTO401(k) with 3% employer match (Safe Harbor)100% health insurance (including fully employer-funded coverage)Quarterly training stipend for Professional Development