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About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Web Developer with expertise in WordPress Multisite to join our development team. You will play a critical role in building, maintaining, and optimizing our WordPress Multisite platform. Your experience with backend and frontend development, custom API integrations, and performance optimization will be essential in delivering a scalable, secure, and high-performing web ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities:
WordPress Multisite Development:
Develop and maintain custom WordPress Multisite environments with a focus on scalability and performance.
Create and manage custom post types, taxonomies, shortcodes, and custom Gutenberg blocks.
Build and extend core CMS functionality while ensuring best practices and coding standards.
Configure and maintain staging and production environments, ensuring seamless synchronization and deployment.
Backend & API Management:
Work with third-party APIs (i.e. Stripe and other 3rd party platforms)
Handle backend integrations with 3rd party platforms/CRM systems.
Manage data routing, internationalization, and custom logic to meet business requirements.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Technical Expertise:
5+ years of experience in full-stack WordPress.
Proficiency in PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks.
Strong experience in custom plugin development and extending WordPress core functionality.
Deep understanding of REST APIs, custom API development, and integrations with 3rd-party platforms.
Perks and Benefits:
Company Stock Options (Every employee is an owner in the company)
Health Benefits (100% Paid Employee Medical, Dental, and Vision)
Pension Scheme with a match
Life Insurance and Income Protection (100% Paid)
Supplementary Maternity & Paternity Pay and Caregiver’s Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Generous Vacation Time (Who doesn’t like time off)
Home Office Stipend
Tax free annual wellness benefit through Clevercards
4 Company Wellness Days
On-going education through LinkedIn Learning, Workday Learning and our Career Growth Portal
Free annual subscription to Calm
At WP Engine, we strive to have the broadest possible view of diversity, going beyond visible differences to include the background, experiences, skills, and perspectives that make each person unique. WP Engine is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Base Salary Range
We believe that compensation should be reflective of the impact you have within the organization relative to the market value of your role. The estimated base salary range for this position is as listed above. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay. Our salary ranges are determined by job role and responsibilities and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for salaries for the position nationwide. The actual base pay will vary based on various factors including job-related skills and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process. Your talent acquisition partner can share more about the total rewards package at WP Engine including any additional total rewards components such as equity, variable pay plans (if applicable), and benefits during the hiring process.
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