Senior PHP/Wordpress Developer

Summary

Join Encora as a Senior PHP/WordPress Developer and lead the migration from a proprietary CMS to a decoupled WordPress architecture on WordPress VIP. This full-time, work-from-home position in Brazil requires deep technical expertise in PHP, WordPress, and API development. You will design and develop custom themes and plugins, optimize backend systems, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role also involves mentoring junior developers and participating in the interview process. Ideal candidates possess experience in high-traffic media environments and a strong understanding of performance optimization tools. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled developer to make a significant impact on a large-scale project.

Requirements

• Proven experience with PHP and advanced WordPress development (themes, plugins, hooks, filters)
• Hands-on experience with decoupled/headless WordPress architectures and WordPress VIP hosting
• Strong proficiency in building and consuming REST and GraphQL APIs
• Experience working in enterprise-scale, high-traffic media environments
• Familiarity with performance optimization tools such as Elasticsearch, Memcached, Redis, and CDNs
• Ability to lead architectural decisions and collaborate cross-functionally

Responsibilities

• Lead the migration from a proprietary CMS to a decoupled WordPress setup on WordPress VIP
• Design and develop custom WordPress themes and plugins with a focus on performance, security, and scalability
• Build and integrate REST and GraphQL APIs to support dynamic content delivery and editorial workflows
• Optimize backend systems using tools like Elasticsearch, Memcached, Redis, and CDN-level caching
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and engineers to define and implement architectural solutions
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to code reviews and technical documentation
• Ensure code quality, accessibility, and adherence to best practices
• Participate in the interview process and provide feedback on technical and soft skills assessments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment workflows
• Knowledge of web security best practices and OWASP guidelines
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (e.g., PHPUnit, Jest)
• Experience with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)

Benefits

Work from home