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I'm Steve Struemph, a Senior Front-End Developer with 15 years of experience delivering modern, responsive web apps. I’m proficient in PHP, React, JavaScript, and WordPress, with a focus on Gutenberg blocks and full-site editing. I enjoy turning complex requirements into clean, scalable solutions and leading teams to success. I mentor peers, streamline workflows with version control and CI/CD, and collaborate closely with clients to craft user-focused experiences. I also experiment with AI tools to accelerate coding, planning, and content management while staying user-centric and performance-minded.…I'm Steve Struemph, a Senior Front-End Developer with 15 years of experience delivering modern, responsive web apps. I’m proficient in PHP, React, JavaScript, and WordPress, with a focus on Gutenberg blocks and full-site editing. I enjoy turning complex requirements into clean, scalable solutions and leading teams to success. I mentor peers, streamline workflows with version control and CI/CD, and collaborate closely with clients to craft user-focused experiences. I also experiment with AI tools to accelerate coding, planning, and content management while staying user-centric and performance-minded.

Steve Struemph

Front-End Developer, Web Developer, Full Stack Developer, +2

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I'm Steve Struemph, a Senior Front-End Developer with 15 years of experience delivering modern, responsive web apps. I’m proficient in PHP, React, JavaScript, and WordPress, with a focus on Gutenberg blocks and full-site editing. I enjoy turning complex requirements into clean, scalable solutions and leading teams to success. I mentor peers, streamline workflows with version control and CI/CD, and collaborate closely with clients to craft user-focused experiences. I also experiment with AI tools to accelerate coding, planning, and content management while staying user-centric and performance-minded.…I'm Steve Struemph, a Senior Front-End Developer with 15 years of experience delivering modern, responsive web apps. I’m proficient in PHP, React, JavaScript, and WordPress, with a focus on Gutenberg blocks and full-site editing. I enjoy turning complex requirements into clean, scalable solutions and leading teams to success. I mentor peers, streamline workflows with version control and CI/CD, and collaborate closely with clients to craft user-focused experiences. I also experiment with AI tools to accelerate coding, planning, and content management while staying user-centric and performance-minded.

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I’m Steve Struemph, a Senior Front-End Developer with 15 years of experience delivering modern, responsive web apps. I’m proficient in PHP, React, JavaScript, and WordPress, with a focus on Gutenberg blocks and full-site editing. I enjoy turning complex requirements into clean, scalable solutions and leading teams to success.

I mentor peers, streamline workflows with version control and CI/CD, and collaborate closely with clients to craft user-focused experiences. I also experiment with AI tools to accelerate coding, planning, and content management while staying user-centric and performance-minded.

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Work Experience

Technical Lead & Web Development Manager at Experience Fresh

September 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026

Led a distributed team of offshore developers delivering multiple concurrent client projects. Implemented a modern WordPress workflow using hybrid themes and FSE block themes. Reduced development time for small sites by approximately 60% through reusable block patterns and streamlined build processes. Established Git workflows, code-review practices, and deployment standards. Trained clients and internal teams on WordPress block editor for self-service content management.

Senior Front-End Developer at Matchbox Design Group

April 1, 2022 - July 1, 2025

Led front-end development for agency client websites using modern WordPress and React-based Gutenberg blocks. Built reusable block systems and full-site editing themes for scalable marketing sites. Developed custom PHP plugins for WordPress. Mentored junior developers through code reviews and architectural planning. Delivered WordPress solutions for Midwest BankCenter, Nolan & Associates, STL Sports Commission. Built sites using Laravel-based Roots theme with Bedrock. Leveraged AI tools (Cursor, ChatGPT) for code editing and project planning.

Senior Front-End Developer at The Kestrel Co

August 1, 2020 - December 1, 2021

Specialized in responsive front-end development, PHP back end, and UI implementation for WordPress websites and applications. Notable projects included CSI Leasing, EPC Global Solutions, MiTek Building Solutions, and Cantor Law. Led front-end architecture decisions and delivered polished, accessible interfaces across multiple client sites.

Front-End Developer & UI Developer at Upside Travel

December 1, 2016 - March 1, 2018

Front-end development and UI work for a travel tech startup, collaborating with marketing and product teams. React development: assisted engineering team with product development using React.js, contributing to scalable component libraries and user interfaces. Marketing technology: built responsive landing pages and marketing websites; implemented SEO improvements and taxonomy management systems. Agile development: participated in Scrum planning and sprint execution, collaborating across Marketing, Data Science, Engineering, and DevOps teams.

Front-End Developer at Self-Employed

January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2017

Full-stack frontend development for startups, agencies, and small businesses. Built custom WordPress themes, performance optimizations, and content-architecture systems. Managed Linux hosting, troubleshooting, and long-term maintenance for 50+ client sites.

Technical Production at Columbia Daily Tribune

January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2009

Technical production role that developed strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.