About the role

We’re currently looking for a Next.js + WordPress Developer who can take ownership of both front-end and backend performance across our sites. You'll be key in building high-performance pages, streamlining our WordPress architecture, and integrating clean APIs between systems.

This is a full-time, remote role. You'll be responsible for solving technical challenges independently, while ensuring everything runs fast and smooth.

In this role, you’ll:

Build performant interfaces using Next.js and Tailwind CSS
Customize and maintain WordPress backend (themes, plugins, API)
Connect frontend to backend via clean API architecture
Optimize performance with Cloudflare edge functions, CDN, and caching
Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines
Troubleshoot performance issues and suggest structural improvements
Ensure accessibility, SEO, and mobile responsiveness are baked in from the start
Work with RESTful APIs or GraphQL where needed
Write clean, scalable, maintainable code and contribute to reviews

About you

You're a highly resourceful developer who thrives on solving problems and building systems that scale. You don’t wait for answers—you investigate, test, and figure it out. You understand the balance between performance, usability, and long-term maintainability.

You should have:

Strong experience in WordPress + Next.js development
Solid knowledge of PHP, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, and Tailwind CSS
Experience using the WordPress REST API or custom endpoints
Familiarity with state management tools like Redux or Context
Understanding of deployment pipelines, CI/CD workflows
A mindset for performance: SEO, speed, and optimization
Bonus: Experience with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or .NET
Strong debugging skills and attention to detail

What’s in it for you?

💰 $25,000 – $39,000 USD per year (based on experience)
🌍 Full-time, fully remote
📈 Room to grow technically and professionally
🛠️ Interesting problems, real autonomy, and direct impact
🤝 Collaborative culture with async communication

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