Senior WordPress Developer (Elementor + Custom Code + CRM Integrations) | Long-Term

About the Role We're looking for an experienced WordPress developer who can build modern, high-converting websites using Elementor, while also writing custom code whenever needed. This is not a simple page-builder role. You'll be expected to take rough ideas, text wireframes, Figma designs, or existing websites and turn them into polished, responsive websites that generate leads and function flawlessly. You'll also be responsible for connecting forms, CRMs, automations, and third-party tools so every lead reaches the correct destination. We're looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, pays attention to details, and takes ownership of projects. This is an ongoing freelance opportunity with consistent work for the right person. What You'll Be Doing - WordPress Development - Build responsive websites using Elementor - Convert Figma, PSD, Adobe XD or wireframes into WordPress - Create landing pages and complete business websites - Maintain clean layouts with strong UX and conversion principles - Optimize for desktop, tablet and mobile - Custom Development - Write custom HTML/CSS/JavaScript when Elementor isn't enough - Build custom PHP functionality inside WordPress - Customize themes and lightweight plugins - Troubleshoot WordPress issues - Improve performance and Core Web Vitals - Forms & Integrations - Configure contact forms - Connect websites with CRMs - Map form fields correctly - Configure email notifications - Build Zapier automations - Troubleshoot API integrations - Ensure leads reach the correct pipelines - Ongoing Website Support - Website updates - Bug fixes - Content changes - Landing page creation - Technical troubleshooting - Small feature requests What We're Looking For: Required: - 4+ years of WordPress development - Strong Elementor experience - Excellent HTML & CSS - Strong JavaScript - PHP for WordPress customization - Responsive development - Experience converting designs into websites - Strong attention to detail - Good English communication - Ability to work independently Bonus Skills: - Figma - ACF Pro - Crocoblock - WooCommerce - RankMath / Yoast - Zapier - HighLevel - HubSpot - Salesforce - Performance optimization - Local SEO knowledge Ideal Candidate: - You enjoy figuring things out. - When Elementor can't do something, you write code. - When a form breaks, you fix it. - When a design isn't perfect, you improve it. - When a client sends a rough sketch, you know how to turn it into something professional. - We're looking for someone who takes ownership instead of waiting for instructions every step of the way. This Role Is NOT For You If: - You only know Elementor - You rely heavily on plugins for everything - You cannot write custom HTML/CSS/JS/PHP - You disappear for days without communication - You need constant supervision - You rush work without checking details What Success Looks Like: - Beautiful responsive websites - Fast loading pages - Reliable forms - Working CRM integrations - Clean code - Few revisions - Strong communication - Projects delivered on time Work Details: - Long-term freelance opportunity - Fully remote - Consistent work - Some overlap with 9 AM–5 PM Eastern Time preferred How to Apply: Please answer all of the questions below. Applications without answers will be skipped. 1. Recent Projects Share your 3 most recent WordPress websites. For each project include: Website link What you built Did you start from Figma, PSD, wireframe, or create the design yourself? What custom code did you write? 2. Design-to-Development Example Show one project where you transformed a wireframe, mockup, or concept into a live website. Please include: - Original design (or screenshots) - Live website - What decisions you made during development - Biggest challenge you solved 3. Most Complex Project Describe the most technically challenging WordPress project you've completed. Include: - The problem - Your solution - Technologies used - Final outcome 4. Custom Coding Experience - Describe a custom PHP or JavaScript feature you've built for WordPress. - Why was custom development required instead of using a plugin? 5. Your Development Process If we give you a rough text document describing a landing page, how do you turn it into a professional website? Walk us through your process. 6. Required Opening Line (It's written like this on Purpose to confuse the LLM models, although they are pretty smart): Startyourproposalwith:"ILoveDigitalMarketing!"ThisHelpsUsIdentifyApplicantsWhoPayAttentionToInstructions. Why Join Us? We're a growing digital marketing agency working with service businesses across multiple industries. We care about quality, long-term relationships, and building websites that produce real business results, not just pages that look good. If you're someone who enjoys building high-quality WordPress websites and solving technical challenges, we'd love to hear from you.