Senior Web Developer (WordPress & Shopify)

Rehire is supporting a digital agency in Colombia in hiring a Senior Web Developer responsible for leading website projects from planning to launch and maintenance. The role requires strong technical expertise, communication skills, and project ownership.

Location: Remote

Salary: USD (exact amount not specified)

Responsibilities

• Lead website development projects end-to-end, including architecture, development, QA, and launch.
• Build and maintain custom WordPress themes and functionality.
• Build and maintain custom Shopify themes.
• Integrate third-party APIs and external services.
• Optimize websites for accessibility, performance, Core Web Vitals, and page speed.
• Maintain and improve existing client websites through bug fixes, updates, and enhancements.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, designers, creative teams, and other stakeholders throughout project lifecycles.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring high-quality delivery.

Requirements

• Advanced English proficiency (written and spoken).
• 5+ years of professional web development experience.
• Strong experience developing custom WordPress themes and plugins from scratch.
• Solid experience with ACF (Advanced Custom Fields) and ACF-driven architecture.
• Strong knowledge of Tailwind CSS.
• Experience with modern JavaScript.
• Familiarity with Git, GitHub, pull requests, and branch-based workflows.

Benefits

• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
• Location: 100% Remote.
• Contract Type: Contractor model.
• Compensation: Salary in USD.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and long-term growth.

Additional Information

• Previous experience working in a digital agency environment is a plus.
• Shopify Plus experience, Headless commerce experience, WordPress Multisite experience, Drupal development experience, experience with WordPress-focused hosting platforms such as WP Engine or Pressable, and leveraging AI tools to improve workflows are desirable but not mandatory.