Kanopi Studios
WordPress Technical Lead (US & Canada - Remote)
Kanopi Studios, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
WordPress Technical Lead (US & Canada - Remote)
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Base Pay Range $92,050.00/yr - $111,900.00/yr
This position is open to applicants in the US and Canada.
About Our Company Kanopi Studios is a Design, Development & Support Agency with a fully distributed team of experts in Drupal & WordPress. Our clients are mission‑driven — and so are we. We design, build, and support websites that help their missions thrive. We believe the people behind the work matter just as much as the work itself. That is why we are deeply committed to supporting our team’s growth, well‑being, and success. When our people thrive, our clients do too — and together, we build a web that works better for everyone.
About the Role Kanopi Studios is seeking a WordPress Technical Lead (aka Senior Engineer II) to join our collaborative, fun, and fully distributed team. In this leadership role, you will drive technical execution across client projects, mentor developers, shape architectural decisions, and ensure delivery excellence—all while building alongside a talented team. This position reports to our WordPress Engineering Manager.
As a WordPress Technical Lead, you will combine hands‑on development with team leadership and strategic planning. You will work directly with clients, project managers, and internal stakeholders to understand technical requirements and guide the project team toward successful outcomes. You will be responsible for estimating, architecting, coding, and mentoring—all while helping uphold Kanopi’s high standards of quality, collaboration, and inclusion.
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 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 ensure continuity across project phases.
Qualifications
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), with solid PHP and SQL experience.
Familiar with development tools and workflows: CLI, GitHub, Docker, 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, collaborative and inclusive approach.
Regularly communicate with the team about task estimates, progress, and potential issues.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
Nice‑to‑Haves
Prior experience working in a remote agency environment.
Familiarity with performance optimization, accessibility, and web standards.
Compensation and Work Requirements This is a full‑time, 100% remote position. Salary range: $92,050 – $111,900, commensurate with experience. Must live and work in the US or Canada.
Benefits We offer a comprehensive range of health, professional, remote workspace, and other benefits for all full‑time US and Canadian employees. For more information, see the benefits section on our careers page.
Application Process
Use the ‘Apply for this Job’ button.
Fill out all required fields on the Application page.
Upload a resume and cover letter, including your answer to the question: “What’s your favorite piece of technology, and why?”
Application review.
Initial questions.
Interviews with team members.
Ongoing communication; follow up if you haven’t heard.
Inclusivity Statement At Kanopi, we know that a diverse team makes us stronger, more creative, and more effective. We enthusiastically welcome applicants of all backgrounds. We strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those from other underrepresented communities to apply. Kanopi Studios is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please let us know.
Disclaimer Regarding the Use of AI In the interest of fostering a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we utilize AI technology to assist in reviewing job applications. This includes anonymizing applications to mitigate potential bias and ensuring a more equitable assessment. We are committed to continuously reviewing and revising our processes to align with state, provincial, and federal laws.
No agencies, recruiters, or overseas applicants. Applicants must live in the US or Canada.
Thank you for your interest in working with Kanopi Studios.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Industry IT Services and IT Consulting
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Base Pay Range $92,050.00/yr - $111,900.00/yr
This position is open to applicants in the US and Canada.
About Our Company Kanopi Studios is a Design, Development & Support Agency with a fully distributed team of experts in Drupal & WordPress. Our clients are mission‑driven — and so are we. We design, build, and support websites that help their missions thrive. We believe the people behind the work matter just as much as the work itself. That is why we are deeply committed to supporting our team’s growth, well‑being, and success. When our people thrive, our clients do too — and together, we build a web that works better for everyone.
About the Role Kanopi Studios is seeking a WordPress Technical Lead (aka Senior Engineer II) to join our collaborative, fun, and fully distributed team. In this leadership role, you will drive technical execution across client projects, mentor developers, shape architectural decisions, and ensure delivery excellence—all while building alongside a talented team. This position reports to our WordPress Engineering Manager.
As a WordPress Technical Lead, you will combine hands‑on development with team leadership and strategic planning. You will work directly with clients, project managers, and internal stakeholders to understand technical requirements and guide the project team toward successful outcomes. You will be responsible for estimating, architecting, coding, and mentoring—all while helping uphold Kanopi’s high standards of quality, collaboration, and inclusion.
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 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 ensure continuity across project phases.
Qualifications
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), with solid PHP and SQL experience.
Familiar with development tools and workflows: CLI, GitHub, Docker, 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, collaborative and inclusive approach.
Regularly communicate with the team about task estimates, progress, and potential issues.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
Nice‑to‑Haves
Prior experience working in a remote agency environment.
Familiarity with performance optimization, accessibility, and web standards.
Compensation and Work Requirements This is a full‑time, 100% remote position. Salary range: $92,050 – $111,900, commensurate with experience. Must live and work in the US or Canada.
Benefits We offer a comprehensive range of health, professional, remote workspace, and other benefits for all full‑time US and Canadian employees. For more information, see the benefits section on our careers page.
Application Process
Use the ‘Apply for this Job’ button.
Fill out all required fields on the Application page.
Upload a resume and cover letter, including your answer to the question: “What’s your favorite piece of technology, and why?”
Application review.
Initial questions.
Interviews with team members.
Ongoing communication; follow up if you haven’t heard.
Inclusivity Statement At Kanopi, we know that a diverse team makes us stronger, more creative, and more effective. We enthusiastically welcome applicants of all backgrounds. We strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those from other underrepresented communities to apply. Kanopi Studios is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please let us know.
Disclaimer Regarding the Use of AI In the interest of fostering a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we utilize AI technology to assist in reviewing job applications. This includes anonymizing applications to mitigate potential bias and ensuring a more equitable assessment. We are committed to continuously reviewing and revising our processes to align with state, provincial, and federal laws.
No agencies, recruiters, or overseas applicants. Applicants must live in the US or Canada.
Thank you for your interest in working with Kanopi Studios.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Industry IT Services and IT Consulting
#J-18808-Ljbffr