Sr. Wordpress Engineer
Description We are looking for a highly skilled Senior WordPress Developer with deep expertise in custom WordPress development, performance engineering, and modern web technologies. The ideal candidate is a problem solver, strong communicator, and hands-on engineer who understands the WordPress ecosystem deeply — from Gutenberg block development to backend architecture, APIs, caching, cloud hosting, and DevOps workflows. Responsibilities 1. WordPress Development & Engineering Develop custom WordPress themes, plugins, Gutenberg blocks, and integrations following best practices. Build scalable and maintainable backend architecture using PHP, MySQL, REST APIs, and modern coding standards. Implement advanced WordPress features such as custom post types, taxonomies, user roles, and content workflows. Ensure compliance with WordPress VIP coding standards, architectural principles, and security best practices. Knowledge of WordPress Unit Testing (PHPUnit). Design solutions that perform efficiently under VIP’s global caching layers (Edge caching, Batcache, object caching). 2. Performance, Security & Code Quality Optimize WordPress sites for speed, scalability, and high-performance using caching, CDNs, and server-level optimization. Write clean, secure, and tested code that follows WordPress Coding Standards and industry best practices. Perform code reviews, refactor legacy code, and ensure adherence to engineering guidelines. Collaborate with DevOps teams on CI/CD pipelines, cloud deployments, and performance audits. 3. Technical Problem Solving Troubleshoot complex issues related to APIs, performance, security, and hosting infrastructure. Debug production issues and work with cross-functional teams to resolve incidents quickly. Provide technical recommendations and architectural input during discovery and planning phases. Work closely with solution architects, designers, and project managers to ensure flawless execution of features. Translate technical concepts into clear explanations for non-technical stakeholders. Participate in sprint ceremonies, estimation sessions, grooming, and retrospectives. Stay updated with the latest WordPress advancements, PHP frameworks, performance techniques, and emerging tools. Contribute to internal engineering documentation, coding standards, and knowledge-sharing sessions. Mentor junior developers and assist in improving the overall technical capability of the engineering team. Primary Skills Advanced WordPress Expertise: Deep knowledge of custom theme and plugin development, Gutenberg blocks (React), WP Query, hooks, filters, REST APIs, and WP-CLI. PHP & Backend Engineering: Strong command of PHP 7/8, OOP, MVC principles, Composer, and modern backend architecture. Database & Performance: Strong understanding of MySQL optimization, caching (Redis, Memcached), CDN integration, and performance tuning. Security Best Practices: Knowledge of WordPress security, sanitization, escaping, and safe architecture for enterprise-grade applications. Version Control & DevOps: Proficiency with Git, CI/CD workflows, deployments, and collaboration via GitHub/GitLab. Analytical & Problem-Solving: Ability to debug complex issues, optimize architecture, and design scalable solutions. Communication & Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts clearly.
Nice to Have
Experience with Headless WordPress (Next.js, Gatsby, React). Familiarity with WordPress VIP, Pantheon, WP Engine, or enterprise hosting platforms. Knowledge of cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure). Experience with performance audits, Lighthouse optimization, and Core Web Vitals. Understanding of DXP platforms and third-party integrations such as CRM, marketing automation, analytics, or paywall systems. Experience working in enterprise agencies or large-scale publishing environments. Working Days: 5 days a week. Health Insurance Benefits Festival Holidays: Choose your own holidays. Remote Work: Freedom to work from your home office (or anywhere). Rewarding Culture: Performance bonus, anniversary gifts, home office setup allowances, etc. Global Company: We’re a fully remote company with a distributed team in USA, Asia, and Europe. Cross-culture Team: Opportunity to work with cross-culture, cross-country, and cross-function teams. Premium WordPress Agency: We are one of the WordPress VIP partners featured by Automattic – the company behind WordPress.com and WooCommerce. Enterprise Clients: Opportunity to work on challenging projects with our enterprise clientele: NewsCorp, Sneaker News, Accenture, Wonderwall, etc. People First: Focusing on our employee empowerment and enlightenment is our key focus. Please read what our current and past employees share about their experiences at Glassdoor . Empower Learning: We organize skill-development workshops, stipends for continuous learning and skill development. Culture of Contribution: Our team regularly contributes to the WordPress community, and through our non-profit activities, we continue to contribute to society. Ready to Stand Out? Let’s Make Your Application Shine! We’re excited to learn more about you! Follow these steps to ensure your application makes a strong impression. Apply Now Step 01 Personal Informations Full Name
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