WordPress Developer , Technical

About the Role: Kanopi Studios is seeking a WordPress Technical Lead, also known as Senior Engineer II, to guide technical execution across client projects. Reporting to the WordPress Engineering Manager, this full-time, fully remote position combines hands-on WordPress development with technical leadership, architectural planning, and developer mentorship. You will work closely with clients, project managers, designers, UX specialists, and internal stakeholders to define requirements, establish technical approaches, and keep projects aligned with client needs, timelines, and scope. The role also involves building custom WordPress solutions, reviewing code, documenting technical decisions, and supporting the team throughout the project lifecycle. Applicants must live and be able to work in the United States or Canada.

Key Responsibilities: Lead the technical approach for WordPress projects, ensuring development stays on track and meets client requirements. Collaborate with UX, design, and project management teams during project discovery and planning. Build and configure WordPress websites using modern development practices. Develop native Gutenberg blocks using React, along with custom WordPress themes and plugins. Create HTML templates and block patterns designed for WordPress full-site editing. Provide architectural guidance, mentor developers, and support technical decision-making. Write and review code, technical specifications, and documentation. Lead peer code reviews and encourage consistent development standards and best practices. Meet directly with clients to clarify requirements and discuss technical challenges and potential solutions. Coordinate the technical team's workload and maintain continuity throughout the project lifecycle. Communicate regularly with team members about questions, estimates, progress, and potential issues. Support client projects when needed, including work in a support-focused capacity.

Required Qualifications: At least 8 years of professional WordPress development experience. Strong knowledge of WordPress architecture and custom development, including themes, plugins, full-site editing, and Gutenberg blocks. Proficiency with Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), custom post types (CPTs), taxonomies, and REST API integrations. A solid understanding of full-site editing, templates, and block patterns. Strong JavaScript and React skills, along with experience using PHP and SQL.Familiarity with development tools and workflows, including CLI, GitHub, Docker, and multi-environment deployments. A strong understanding of modern web standards and technologies. Experience writing technical specifications, process documentation, and other technical materials. Experience mentoring or leading developers and managing distributed teams. The ability to manage competing priorities while keeping development aligned with project timelines and scope. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and inclusive approach to problem-solving. A willingness to communicate proactively with teammates about estimates, progress, questions, and potential challenges. A bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience. Comfort working in support roles when required.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a remote agency environment. Familiarity with performance optimization, accessibility, and web standards. Experience with Next.js.

Salary & Benefits: The annual base salary range is $92,050 to $111,900. Compensation depends on experience and may vary by geographic location. The range is aligned with team members who have comparable experience. Kanopi Studios offers full-time employees in the United States and Canada a range of health, professional development, remote workspace, and other benefits. Further details are available in the company's benefits information.

Location & Work Arrangement: This is a 100% remote, full-time position open to applicants who live and are authorized to work in the United States or Canada. Applicants based outside these countries will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility: Kanopi Studios welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and encourages applications from people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and other underrepresented communities. The company is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Applicants who need accommodations at any stage of hiring can contact Kanopi Studios to discuss their needs. Kanopi Studios also uses AI technology to assist with application reviews, including anonymizing applications to help reduce potential bias. The company reviews its processes to support fair treatment of applicants and alignment with applicable state, provincial, and federal laws.