{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"5fed65ffbd83ac235e677583","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5fed65ffbd83ac235e677583","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5fed65ffbd83ac235e677583","title":"Technical Director","description":"Push10 is currently seeking an experienced Technical Director to oversee our agency’s web development team, managing and improving the quality, efficiency, and capabilities our development process.\nAs our Technical Director, you’ll be responsible for managing the web development department of an award-winning branding agency, which includes a talented team of senior-level web developers as well as a pool of freelance and contractor web developers. This role is crucial to every phase of a web project, from the initial requirements gathering to the final launch. We are looking for a self-starter who is highly motivated, passionate, and ready to hit the ground running. Think you have what it takes? Read on…\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nManage an internal team of senior-level WordPress developers, as well as a pool of development contractors and freelancers.\nManage an agency web development process that emphasizes quality of the final product, putting the end-user first.\nInterface directly with clients to understand their technical requirements and set clear expectations.\nCoordinate with our creative and development teams to ensure technical requirements can be executed on and are understood.\nIdentify potential issues and proactively propose solutions.\nEnsure the highest level of quality in all development activities.\nStay updated with the latest web technologies, regulations, and user experience best practices.\nAssist maintenance department with scoping, estimating, and resourcing.\nPerform front-end audits of prospective clients’ websites for project feasibility–making sure potential requirements are able to be done with the company’s resources; Business development consulting with sales team.\nPerform front- and back-end technical audits and discovery of clients’ existing websites in preparation for workshops with the clients to gather requirements about their new websites.\nPerform technical onboarding of clients via technical intake questionnaires that may be customized per client in response to the output of other onboarding items (audits, discoveries in sales process).\nExpert knowledge of WordPress and a general understanding of other platforms to perform audits on non-WordPress sites.\nFacilitate technical workshops with clients to gather requirements for websites that are entering the design phase. Discovery, average of 1-4 per month.\nManagement of an internal team of senior-level developers, including administrative tasks such as performance reviews and semimonthly one-on-one meetings, and maintain personal and team goals for each developer.\nRepresent the developers within the agency management team.\nParticipate in and contribute to management-level process and operations improvement meetings and monthly management meetings.\nAdvise creative and strategy teams on best practices from web UX and technical points of view.\nSpeak for the development team in staff meetings.\nBasic auditing of Google Analytics, primarily to determine rough visitor estimates for hosting recommendations, and obtaining Google Analytics installation codes.\nConsult on technical questions for web projects that are in sales and discovery phases, including client-facing participation in sales and discovery meetings.\nParticipate in post-project retrospectives, using notes from the developer and Dev Production Manager to adjust agency’s process based on successes/failures.\nAbility to effectively translate technical concepts between technical and non-technical stakeholders, primarily in sales and discovery phases.\nFacilitate town halls between Development and Creative teams.\nRepresent the development team in Wireframe reviews.\nPerform “Final Sparkle QA” of sites immediately prior to launch, after most QA has been completed by our production team.\nGeneral knowledge of the technical stack required to host a WordPress site. We use various hosting companies, primarily Pantheon and WPEngine. Outliers with at least one active site also include Kinsta and Dreamhost.\nRecruit partners (onshore & off) and freelancers, vendor vetting and selection.\nLead weekly standup w Production Devs – status update of what is going on and what struggling with.\nFacilitate weekly syncs between internal development and project management teams.\nFacilitate weekly resourcing meetings with project managers to plan upcoming week’s workload on the development team.\nRepresent dev team in monthly Process & Operations meeting.\nAssist sales team to answer technical questions and provide accurate scoping and pricing.\nQualifications & Job Requirements:\nProven experience as a Lead Developer, Development Manager, Director of Technology, or similar role in an agency environment.\nStrong expertise in web technologies, CMS platforms (WordPress), API research and integrations, hosting, DNS, migrations, and typical website maintenance activities.\nExcellent organizational skills, with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.\nExceptional communication and client service skills.\nProblem-solving mindset and ability to work under pressure.\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.\nHave an eye for good design and be able to work with designers to guide clients towards ideal creative solutions.\nHave a good knowledge of the latest trends in the tech industry, including regulations (i.e. WCAG).\nWork well within a remote team environment.\nDemonstrate an understanding of basic SEO principles.\nAble to multi-task, prioritize activities, and do great work on tight deadlines.\nAble to track budgets, timelines, and deadlines.\nKeep an open mind when listening to feedback.\nBe completely at home on a Mac and proficient with a variety of tools and apps (Slack, Google, Asana, Team Gantt, ChatGPT, etc.).\nThrive under pressure.\nLove learning new things and laugh often.\n\nBenefits:\n\nAmple Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holidays, Personal Days)\n401k Plan with 3% Company Match (must complete a full year of employment to be eligible)\nGroup Health Insurance Plan\nDental & Vision Insurance Plans\nPaid Professional Development\nPaid Maternity & Paternity Leave\nAgency Retreats\nFully Remote Work w/ Semi-Flexible Schedules\n\nImportant Application Details:\nPush10 is based in Philadelphia but as a remote company, we are accepting applicants nationwide. As our team works from home offices, relocation is not necessary. Must be a US Citizen based in the United States. This is a full-time management position. Lastly, the chosen candidate will need to pass a basic skills test to prove competency.\nThis position includes supervisory responsibilities.\nCompensation\nCompensation to be discussed and determined based on relevant experience.\nAbout Us\nPush10 is an innovative branding agency focused on mission-driven organizations and higher-ed institutions. We provide creative services including brand strategy, web design, and custom website development for clients who demand fresh ideas and unique marketing solutions. We amplify our clients’ impact with work that is both practical and beautiful. We are equal parts strategy and substance: we have the brains to chart the path and the brawn to lead the way. Push10 also maintains two subsidiary agencies focused on niche food & beverage brands and AEC firms.\nNext Steps\nFill out the application form below or email us and introduce yourself: jobs@push10.com. 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This role is crucial to every phase of a web project, from the initial requirements gathering to the final launch. We are looking for a self-starter who is highly motivated, passionate, and ready to hit the ground running. Think you have what it takes? Read on…\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nManage an internal team of senior-level WordPress developers, as well as a pool of development contractors and freelancers.\nManage an agency web development process that emphasizes quality of the final product, putting the end-user first.\nInterface directly with clients to understand their technical requirements and set clear expectations.\nCoordinate with our creative and development teams to ensure technical requirements can be executed on and are understood.\nIdentify potential issues and proactively propose solutions.\nEnsure the highest level of quality in all development activities.\nStay updated with the latest web technologies, regulations, and user experience best practices.\nAssist maintenance department with scoping, estimating, and resourcing.\nPerform front-end audits of prospective clients’ websites for project feasibility–making sure potential requirements are able to be done with the company’s resources; Business development consulting with sales team.\nPerform front- and back-end technical audits and discovery of clients’ existing websites in preparation for workshops with the clients to gather requirements about their new websites.\nPerform technical onboarding of clients via technical intake questionnaires that may be customized per client in response to the output of other onboarding items (audits, discoveries in sales process).\nExpert knowledge of WordPress and a general understanding of other platforms to perform audits on non-WordPress sites.\nFacilitate technical workshops with clients to gather requirements for websites that are entering the design phase. Discovery, average of 1-4 per month.\nManagement of an internal team of senior-level developers, including administrative tasks such as performance reviews and semimonthly one-on-one meetings, and maintain personal and team goals for each developer.\nRepresent the developers within the agency management team.\nParticipate in and contribute to management-level process and operations improvement meetings and monthly management meetings.\nAdvise creative and strategy teams on best practices from web UX and technical points of view.\nSpeak for the development team in staff meetings.\nBasic auditing of Google Analytics, primarily to determine rough visitor estimates for hosting recommendations, and obtaining Google Analytics installation codes.\nConsult on technical questions for web projects that are in sales and discovery phases, including client-facing participation in sales and discovery meetings.\nParticipate in post-project retrospectives, using notes from the developer and Dev Production Manager to adjust agency’s process based on successes/failures.\nAbility to effectively translate technical concepts between technical and non-technical stakeholders, primarily in sales and discovery phases.\nFacilitate town halls between Development and Creative teams.\nRepresent the development team in Wireframe reviews.\nPerform “Final Sparkle QA” of sites immediately prior to launch, after most QA has been completed by our production team.\nGeneral knowledge of the technical stack required to host a WordPress site. We use various hosting companies, primarily Pantheon and WPEngine. Outliers with at least one active site also include Kinsta and Dreamhost.\nRecruit partners (onshore & off) and freelancers, vendor vetting and selection.\nLead weekly standup w Production Devs – status update of what is going on and what struggling with.\nFacilitate weekly syncs between internal development and project management teams.\nFacilitate weekly resourcing meetings with project managers to plan upcoming week’s workload on the development team.\nRepresent dev team in monthly Process & Operations meeting.\nAssist sales team to answer technical questions and provide accurate scoping and pricing.\nQualifications & Job Requirements:\nProven experience as a Lead Developer, Development Manager, Director of Technology, or similar role in an agency environment.\nStrong expertise in web technologies, CMS platforms (WordPress), API research and integrations, hosting, DNS, migrations, and typical website maintenance activities.\nExcellent organizational skills, with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.\nExceptional communication and client service skills.\nProblem-solving mindset and ability to work under pressure.\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.\nHave an eye for good design and be able to work with designers to guide clients towards ideal creative solutions.\nHave a good knowledge of the latest trends in the tech industry, including regulations (i.e. WCAG).\nWork well within a remote team environment.\nDemonstrate an understanding of basic SEO principles.\nAble to multi-task, prioritize activities, and do great work on tight deadlines.\nAble to track budgets, timelines, and deadlines.\nKeep an open mind when listening to feedback.\nBe completely at home on a Mac and proficient with a variety of tools and apps (Slack, Google, Asana, Team Gantt, ChatGPT, etc.).\nThrive under pressure.\nLove learning new things and laugh often.\n\nBenefits:\n\nAmple Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holidays, Personal Days)\n401k Plan with 3% Company Match (must complete a full year of employment to be eligible)\nGroup Health Insurance Plan\nDental & Vision Insurance Plans\nPaid Professional Development\nPaid Maternity & Paternity Leave\nAgency Retreats\nFully Remote Work w/ Semi-Flexible Schedules\n\nImportant Application Details:\nPush10 is based in Philadelphia but as a remote company, we are accepting applicants nationwide. As our team works from home offices, relocation is not necessary. Must be a US Citizen based in the United States. This is a full-time management position. Lastly, the chosen candidate will need to pass a basic skills test to prove competency.\nThis position includes supervisory responsibilities.\nCompensation\nCompensation to be discussed and determined based on relevant experience.\nAbout Us\nPush10 is an innovative branding agency focused on mission-driven organizations and higher-ed institutions. We provide creative services including brand strategy, web design, and custom website development for clients who demand fresh ideas and unique marketing solutions. We amplify our clients’ impact with work that is both practical and beautiful. We are equal parts strategy and substance: we have the brains to chart the path and the brawn to lead the way. Push10 also maintains two subsidiary agencies focused on niche food & beverage brands and AEC firms.\nNext Steps\nFill out the application form below or email us and introduce yourself: jobs@push10.com. Be sure to include your resume, salary requirements, a link to your online portfolio (if available), as well as links to any applicable projects that you’ve worked on.","datePosted":"2026-04-14T10:59:00.211Z","dateModified":"2026-04-14T10:59:00.211Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Push10","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Remote","addressRegion":"OR","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"5fed65ffbd83ac235e677583"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/5fed65ffbd83ac235e677583"}}