Senior Front-End Web Developer

Coastal Carolinas Marketing is a full-service advertising and marketing agency based in Wilmington, North Carolina, serving clients across a variety of industries and markets. We specialize in developing strategic, creative and results-driven marketing solutions that help businesses strengthen their brands, connect with their audiences and achieve their goals. Our services include brand development, creative design, traditional and digital advertising, media planning and buying, website development, search engine marketing and comprehensive marketing strategy. We pride ourselves on building long-term client relationships, delivering exceptional service and combining creative thinking with strategic execution. Our team works collaboratively to develop customized marketing solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. As our agency continues to grow, we are expanding our in-house digital capabilities and looking for talented, motivated professionals who are passionate about their work, take pride in delivering quality results and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced agency environment. At Coastal Carolinas Marketing, you'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, contribute your ideas and play an important role in the continued growth and success of our agency. Position Summary The Senior Front-End Web Developer will be responsible for developing, maintaining and optimizing client websites while collaborating closely with our creative, account management and digital teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical development skills, extensive experience with custom website builds and the ability to translate creative designs into functional, responsive and visually engaging websites. Key Responsibilities Develop, build and maintain responsive, custom websites for clients across various industries. Translate approved creative designs, wireframes and Figma layouts into fully functioning websites. Write clean, efficient HTML, CSS and JavaScript within custom built softwares. Develop and customize WordPress themes, templates and website components. Collaborate with back-end developers on custom functionality, integrations and complex website builds. Ensure website compatibility and responsiveness across desktop, tablet and mobile devices. Optimize websites for performance, accessibility, usability and search engine best practices. Troubleshoot website errors, resolve bugs and implement necessary updates without being prompted. Conduct daily thorough quality assurance testing to flag any inconsistencies across launches and site updates. Assist with website launches, hosting coordination, domain configurations and redirects. Implement analytics and conversion tracking in coordination with digital marketing specialists and third party vendors. Maintain and update existing client websites. Manage multiple development projects while meeting deadlines and project expectations. Communicate technical limitations, recommendations and project progress to internal teams. Comfortable communicating with the client directly to explain best practices and recommendations when applicable. Required Qualifications 4+ years of professional front-end web development experience. Advanced proficiency in HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript. Strong experience developing and customizing WordPress websites. Experience building responsive websites from custom designs. Experience working within proprietary or custom-built content management systems (CMS platforms). Experience with PHP and WordPress development architecture. Understanding of website accessibility, performance optimization and technical SEO. Experience with browser testing, debugging and website troubleshooting. Familiarity with Git or another version-control system. Ability to collaborate with designers, project managers and back-end developers. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple client projects. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience working within an advertising or digital marketing agency. Experience with custom WordPress themes, plugins and integrations. Familiarity with APIs, databases and third-party software integrations. Experience with Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud or similar design platforms. Knowledge of Google Analytics 4, Google Tag Manager and Google Search Console. Familiarity with website hosting environments, DNS, SSL certificates and deployment processes. Experience with website security, maintenance and optimization. A bachelor's degree in computer science, web development, or a related field is preferred, though candidates with at least four years of relevant professional experience will also be considered. Applicants should include a portfolio showcasing completed websites and custom development projects. What We Offer Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications Paid time off and company-observed holidays 401(k) retirement plan A collaborative, supportive work environment with opportunities to contribute to the growth and development of our expanding digital department Flexible hybrid work schedule Recommended Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000 annually, depending on experience