WordPress Technical Lead

WordPress Technical Lead (Canada - Remote) 5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Kanopi Studios. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range CA$92,050.00/yr - CA$111,900.00/yr About Our Company Kanopi Studios is a Design, Development & Support Agency with a fully distributed team of people who are 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's why we're deeply committed to supporting our team's growth, well‑being, and success. 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'll drive technical execution across client projects, mentor developers, shape architectural decisions, and ensure delivery excellence—all while getting to build alongside a talented team. 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 mentor 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 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), 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 Nice‑to‑Haves Prior experience working in a remote agency environment Familiarity with performance optimization, accessibility, and web standards Compensation & Work Requirements This is a full‑time position. The salary range for this position is $92,050 - $111,900, commensurate with experience and may shift based on geographic location. This is a 100% remote role, but you must live and be able to work in the US or Canada. Benefits We offer a comprehensive range of health, professional, remote workspace, and other fun benefits for all full‑time US and Canadian employees. For more information, see the benefits section of our careers page. Inclusive Recruitment Kanopi Studios is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We enthusiastically welcome applicants of all backgrounds, and we strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those from other underrepresented communities to apply. Application Process Use the “Apply for this Job” button located toward the bottom of the page 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?) We’ll review your application, may send initial questions, conduct interviews with team members, and maintain ongoing communication. If you don’t hear from us, feel free to reach out; we aim to update all applicants. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by those assigned to this classification. It is subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr