Frontend Developer (Creative Developer)

We are looking for a Frontend Developer to lead the development of high-end, visually stunning, and high-performing websites. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on crafting pixel-perfect, fast-loading, SEO-optimised websites that deliver seamless user experiences. While some back-end experience is beneficial, this is a frontend-first role , focusing primarily on responsive website development, headless CMS integration (ButterCMS, Contentful, etc.), WordPress customisation, and performance optimisation . Position Overview As a Frontend Developer , you will be responsible for building, optimising, and maintaining websites that elevate Phantom Hire’s digital presence. You’ll work closely with designers, marketers, and stakeholders to ensure every website is fast, scalable, and visually engaging while following the latest front-end technologies and best practices. Develop high-performance, mobile-first websites using modern front-end technologies. Create engaging, SEO-optimised, and accessible website experiences with an emphasis on speed and user experience. ButterCMS, Contentful, Strapi ) to enable dynamic content updates. Customise and maintain WordPress websites , including theme development and plugin integration. Optimise websites for Core Web Vitals , page speed, and cross-browser compatibility. Ensure best practices in responsive design, typography, animations, and user interactions . Deploy and maintain websites on cloud hosting platforms ( Vercel, Netlify, AWS, DigitalOcean, cPanel ). Stay ahead of industry trends in website development, SEO, and front-end technologies . 3+ years of professional front-end website development experience . ~ HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+) ~ Modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue, or similar) ~ WordPress theme customisation & plugin integration ~ Expertise in website performance optimisation, Core Web Vitals, and SEO-friendly development . ~ Knowledge of version control (Git) and modern deployment workflows . ~ Familiarity with server-side rendering (SSR) and static site generation (SSG) with Next.js or similar frameworks is a plus. ~ Basic understanding of back-end integrations (REST APIs, GraphQL, Python, PHP, or Node.js) is beneficial but not required. Experience with headless CMS-powered content websites . Deep understanding of UX/UI principles and website accessibility standards . Experience working on conversion-focused marketing websites and landing pages . Ability to collaborate with designers, copywriters, and SEO specialists to optimize content for engagement and rankings. Familiarity with Google Analytics, Tag Manager, and tracking scripts implementation . Live examples of modern, high-performance websites you’ve built. Demonstrated success in SEO-optimised, Core Web Vitals-compliant websites . Evidence of headless CMS implementation and WordPress customization . Examples of dynamic content integration and smooth user interactions . Competitive salary Flexible working arrangements Professional development opportunities Annual bonus scheme Equipment allowance Portfolio of relevant website projects ✔ Cover letter explaining your approach to front-end website development ✔ We value diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Contract Type: Permanent