WordPress Technical Lead

Summary

Join Kanopi Studios as a WordPress Technical Lead (Senior Engineer II) and lead technical execution across client projects, mentor developers, and shape architectural decisions within our fully distributed team. This leadership role combines hands-on development with team leadership and strategic planning, requiring collaboration with clients, project managers, and internal stakeholders. You will be responsible for estimating, architecting, coding, and mentoring while upholding Kanopi's high standards. The position offers a competitive salary ($92,050-$121,825) and is 100% remote for US and Canada-based applicants. Kanopi is committed to supporting team growth and well-being. Apply now to join our collaborative and inclusive team!

Requirements

• 8+ years of WordPress experience in a professional setting
• Comfortable working in support roles and open to doing so
• Deep expertise with WordPress architecture and custom development (themes, plugins, full-site editing, Gutenberg blocks)
• Proficient in Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), CPTs, taxonomies, and integrating with the REST API
• Strong understanding of full-site editing (FSE), templates, and block patterns
• Skilled in JavaScript and React (Next.js a plus), along with solid PHP and SQL experience
• Familiar with development tools and workflows like CLI, GitHub, Docker, and multi-environment deployment
• Deep understanding of modern web standards and technologies
• Strong writing and documentation skills, with experience creating technical specs and process documentation
• Experience mentoring or leading developers and managing distributed teams
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and keep development aligned with timelines and scope
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative, inclusive approach to problem solving
• Regularly communicate with your team regarding questions, task estimates, progress, and potential issues
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical approach on WordPress projects and ensure development is on track and aligned with client needs
• Collaborate with UX, design, and PM teams during the discovery and planning phases
• Build and configure WordPress sites using modern development practices
• Develop native Gutenberg blocks using React and build custom themes and plugins
• Create HTML templates and patterns optimized for full-site editing
• Provide architectural guidance and mentoring to team members
• Write and review code and technical documentation
• Lead code peer reviews and encourage team best practices
• Meet directly with clients to clarify requirements and discuss technical challenges and solutions
• Manage the technical team's workload and offer continuity across phases of the project lifecycle

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a remote agency environment
• Familiarity with performance optimization, accessibility, and web standards

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Remote work, flexible hours
• Professional development opportunities