About the Role
We’re seeking a Front-End Developer who wants to make the world a better place through clean code, thoughtful craftsmanship, and a genuine love of building great websites.This isn’t just about turning designs into code, it’s about translating ideas into experiences, solving problems along the way, and taking pride in the details that make a site feel right. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys the craft of front-end development, cares about doing things the right way, and is always looking for a better, more efficient way to build.Why work at Yoko Co?Do good, better: We exclusively serve clients who make a positive impact on the world. This is your chance to build things that help create a better place for all of us.4-day flex week and lots of holidays. Mondays are flex days, meaning you’re free to take them off if you’re caught up on your work. Plus, we’re closed for nearly a full week at Thanksgiving (November), and two weeks at the end of the year, plus a bunch of other days, too.High performance, no jerks. You’ll collaborate with good people who believe in doing great work. Best Place to Work (and that’s not just our opinion).We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Inc. 5000 and Washington Business Journal. We value team members who are motivated by our mission and driven to make a positive impact.If you have a passion for excellence, a growth mindset, and a commitment to collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.What you’ll do:As part of our development team, you’ll build websites and features from design references, turning Figma files into clean, maintainable, production-ready code. Our primary stack is built on Gutenberg block themes, so you’ll spend most of your time there, though you may also work on traditional WordPress themes and, occasionally, other page builders.Build websites and site features from design references, using industry-standard code and best practicesDevelop and maintain WordPress block themes using Gutenberg, templates, parts, patterns, and theme.json configurationWork with traditional WordPress themes when needed, and occasionally with other page builder platformsWrite clean, well-structured HTML, CSS, and JavaScriptBuild or extend front-end functionality using React or similar component-based approaches when the project calls for itUse Git and GitHub for version control, following team branching and code review conventionsWork within a continuous deployment workflow, ensuring changes move smoothly and safely from development to productionTroubleshoot cross-browser and cross-device issues to ensure consistent, polished resultsCollaborate with designers, project managers, and strategists to bring projects to lifeLook for new and more efficient ways to deliver our work, whether that’s through better tooling, reusable components, or refined processesContribute to internal documentation, component libraries, and knowledge sharingStay current with WordPress, Gutenberg, and front-end development trends and best practicesWhat we’re looking for:We’re less concerned with rigid checklists and more interested in capable, thoughtful developers who care about quality and enjoy solving problems. Strong candidates typically have:Fluency in WordPress, with experience building both traditional themes and Gutenberg block themesComfort working with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Experience translating design references (Figma or similar) into accurate, responsive, production-ready codeFamiliarity with Git workflows and collaborative development practicesExperience working within a continuous deployment or CI/CD pipelineExperience working with tools like Claude Code, Copilot, or CodexAn eye for detail and a commitment to clean, maintainable code Excellent written and verbal communication skillsFluent English for written and spoken communicationBonus points:Experience building custom Gutenberg blocksExperience with React or similar component-based frameworksExperience working in a multi-client or agency environmentYou may not want to apply if…You prefer 100% concrete specs handed to you with no ambiguity and no changes. We do our best to provide final, locked designs and specs, but things inevitably change as a project progressesYou’re not interested in learning or working within Gutenberg block themesYou’d rather work solo than collaborate with designers, PMs, and strategistsYou’r