About The Company
Edconic is a leading player in the alternative, experiential education space. We partner with the world's largest and most well-known brands to create and run schools that capture the legacy and value of each brand. Our students receive truly unique, once-in-a-lifetime experiences that help shape their future and equip them with the skills necessary to achieve their goals.
With a commitment to innovation and quality, Edconic is dedicated to delivering educational experiences that are impactful and memorable.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Front-End Developer to join our web team responsible for managing all Edconic digital properties, including school websites, landing pages, and email templates. You will collaborate closely with designers, IT, and MarTech teams to develop solutions that meet business objectives while preserving the unique identity of each brand. As one of two developers on the team, you will have significant ownership over your work, contribute to shaping coding standards, and participate in the migration toward a modern, standardized WordPress stack.
This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on clean, maintainable code and high-performance web pages.
Qualifications
Proven ability to build custom WordPress themes from scratch using PHP templates and Advanced Custom Fields (ACF)
Experience with Git/GitHub workflows including pull requests and code reviews
Familiarity with npm-based build tools and command line operations
Experience in building and testing responsive HTML emails
Strong UX/UI sensibilities with attention to detail
Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating a positive, collaborative, and solution-oriented approach
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Bachelor’s degree preferred in Computer Science, Interaction Design, Graphic Design, Communications, or a related field; equivalent professional experience is also accepted
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, or CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions
Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG, ARIA) and assistive technology testing
Experience integrating CRM and marketing automation platforms such as Salesforce and Pardot/Account Engagement
Experience with multilingual WordPress site development
UX or UI design experience and proficiency with design tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Suite
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain public-facing websites, micro-sites, and landing pages in collaboration with lead developer, IT, and MarTech teams
Work with UX/UI designers to assess technical feasibility and translate designs into polished, responsive web pages that maintain brand integrity
Create and maintain custom WordPress themes across both modern block-based and classic PHP template stacks
Collaborate with the lead developer to define coding standards, tooling, and workflows
Assist in migrating existing sites towards a modern WordPress stack
Stay up-to-date with emerging web standards and proactively suggest improvements
Participate in code reviews and maintain high-quality, readable, and maintainable code
Build and test responsive HTML email templates
Utilize AI-assisted development tools responsibly to enhance productivity while ensuring code quality and accountability
Work remotely within the United States with occasional travel to the New York office as needed
Benefits
Competitive salary range of $85,000 to $100,000 annually
Fully remote work opportunity within the United States
Collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on professional growth
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and modern WordPress development practices
Access to diverse projects that impact educational experiences worldwide
Flexible work arrangements and emphasis on work-life balance
Equal Opportunity
Edconic is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet every qualification listed. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role and to participate in the interview process.
If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, please contact this employer to request an accommodation or an alternative application process.