Front End Developer (WordPress & Js) — United States

About The Company

Edconic is a leading organization in the alternative and experiential education sector. We collaborate with some of the world’s most recognized brands to design and operate schools that embody the unique legacy and value of each brand. Our mission is to provide students with extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime educational experiences that equip them with the skills and knowledge necessary to achieve their personal and professional goals. At Edconic, innovation and quality are at the forefront of everything we do, fostering an environment where creativity and excellence thrive.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Front-End Developer to join our dynamic web team. This role offers a unique opportunity to have significant ownership and direct influence over the architectural decisions of our digital properties, including school websites, landing pages, and email templates. As one of only two developers on the team, you will work closely with the lead developer and report to the Director of Web Development. The position is fully remote within the United States and involves collaborating with designers, IT, and MarTech teams to create high-quality, performant, and brand-consistent web solutions. The role requires a strong focus on modern WordPress development, performance optimization, and maintaining clean, maintainable code with minimal process overhead.

Qualifications

• Proven experience building custom WordPress themes from scratch using PHP templates and Advanced Custom Fields (ACF).

• Proficiency with Git/GitHub workflows including pull requests and code reviews.

• Experience with npm-based build tools, command line interfaces, and modern front-end tooling.

• Strong skills in building and testing responsive HTML email templates.

• Excellent UX/UI sensibilities with attention to detail.

• Proactive and self-directed work style with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, fostering positive and collaborative team interactions.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Computer Science, Interaction Design, Graphic Design, Communications, or related fields; equivalent professional experience is accepted.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with modern WordPress block development including ACF Blocks, block.json, theme.json, and block patterns.

• Familiarity with Composer, Bedrock, Roots tooling (Sage/Blade, Trellis), Vite, and CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.

• Knowledge of accessibility standards such as WCAG, ARIA, and assistive-technology testing.

• Experience integrating CRM and marketing automation platforms like Salesforce and Pardot/Account Engagement.

• Experience with multilingual WordPress sites.

• UX/UI design skills and proficiency with design tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain public-facing websites, microsites, and landing pages in collaboration with the lead developer, IT, and MarTech teams.

• Translate UX/UI designs into responsive, polished web pages that maintain brand integrity and technical feasibility.

• Create and manage custom WordPress themes using both modern block-based and classic PHP template approaches.

• Collaborate with the lead developer to establish and uphold coding standards, tooling, and workflows.

• Contribute to the migration of existing sites toward a modern, standardized WordPress stack.

• Stay informed on emerging web technologies and standards, proposing improvements where applicable.

• Participate in code reviews and pull request workflows to ensure code quality and maintainability.

• Utilize AI-assisted development tools responsibly to enhance productivity while maintaining accountability for all code delivered.

• Occasionally travel to the New York office as required.

Benefits

• Fully remote work opportunity within the United States.

• Collaborative and autonomous work environment with minimal process overhead.

• Opportunity to work closely with leadership and have a significant voice in technical decisions.

• Exposure to modern WordPress development practices and MarTech integrations.

• Mentorship opportunities through collaboration with the lead developer and director.

• Supportive culture that embraces diversity, inclusiveness, and continuous learning.

Equal Opportunity

Edconic is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role and to participate in the interview process. We believe that diversity drives innovation and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued and empowered.