WordPress Engineer

Overview Kanopi Studios is a Design, Development & Support Agency with a fully distributed team of experts in Drupal & WordPress. This open position is for a WordPress Engineer to join Kanopi as we grow. Our clients are mission-driven, and we design, build, and support websites that help their missions thrive. We believe people behind the work matter as much as the work itself and are committed to growing, supporting, and enabling our team to succeed. This is a 100% remote role, but you must live and be able to work in the US or Canada. This position is open to applicants in Canada. Responsibilities Developing and supporting a wide variety of custom WordPress sites Building themes, plugins, and Gutenberg blocks (React/ACF) Creating templates and patterns that support Full Site Editing (FSE) Writing clean, maintainable, and performant PHP, JavaScript (React), and CSS/Sass Managing site configuration, updates, and technical support tickets Triaging and debugging unfamiliar WordPress sites quickly and effectively Using modern workflows such as Git flow, Composer, Docker, GitHub Actions, and CI/CD pipelines to manage deployments Participating in peer code reviews and contributing to shared Kanopi libraries and documentation Collaborating on technical design of new features and integrations Communicating proactively and collaborating on problem-solving while maintaining a supportive, inclusive work style Prioritizing tasks across projects and clients to meet deadlines and quality standards Qualifications 3+ years of professional WordPress development experience, including custom themes, plugins, and Gutenberg block development (ACF) Strong understanding of modern WordPress architecture (CPTs, REST API, taxonomies, hooks/filters) and Full Site Editing (FSE) concepts, including block patterns, templates, and theme.json configuration Proficiency with React for Gutenberg blocks; experience with Next.js or headless WordPress implementations is a plus Awareness of performance, security, accessibility (WCAG 2.2), SEO, and basic server administration best practices Experience with modern development workflows (Composer, Docker, GitHub Actions, CI/CD, and multi-environment setups) Experience working in WordPress VIP, WPEngine, or Pantheon environments Experience working within a digital agency or multi-client environment Familiarity with different project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) Experience identifying and surfacing potential project risks early Strong, inclusive, and thoughtful interpersonal and communication skills Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience Compensation & Work Requirements The starting salary for this role will fall within the range of CA$66,100.00 - CA$81,439.00 per year; the range is broad and commensurate with experience and location. This is a 100% remote role, but you must live and be able to work in the US or Canada. Base pay range is CA$66,100.00/yr - CA$81,439.00/yr. About Kanopi Kanopi Studios is a Design, Development & Support Agency with a distributed team of experts in Drupal & WordPress. We design, build, and support websites that help clients achieve their missions. We are committed to supporting our team\'s growth, wellbeing, and success and believe diverse, inclusive teams are stronger. Application Process If you think this role is for you, please apply using the Apply button, fill out required fields, and upload your resume and a cover letter including your answer to the following question: What\'s your favorite piece of technology, and why? What to expect after you apply: application review, initial questions, interviews, and ongoing communication. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application process, please let us know. Benefits We offer a comprehensive range of health, professional development, remote workspace, and other benefits for all full-time US and Canadian employees. See the benefits section of our careers page for details. Kanopi Studios is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. No agencies or overseas applicants. Applicants must reside in the US or Canada. #J-18808-Ljbffr