WordPress Technical Lead

Overview Kanopi Studios is a Design, Development & Support Agency with a fully distributed team of experts in Drupal and WordPress . This full-time, remote role is open to applicants in Canada. Base pay range CA$92,050.00/yr - CA$111,900.00/yr About The Role Kanopi Studios is seeking a WordPress Technical Lead (aka Senior Engineer II) to join our distributed team. In this leadership role, you\'ll drive technical execution across client projects, mentor developers, shape architectural decisions, and ensure delivery excellence. This position reports to our WordPress Engineering Manager. You will combine hands-on development with team leadership and strategic planning, working with clients, project managers, and internal stakeholders to understand requirements and guide the project team toward successful outcomes. You\'ll be responsible for estimating, architecting, coding, and mentoring, upholding Kanopi\'s standards of quality, collaboration, and inclusion. Responsibilities Leading the technical approach on WordPress projects and ensuring development is on track and aligned with client needs Collaborating with UX, design, and PM teams during discovery and planning Building and configuring WordPress sites using modern development practices Developing native Gutenberg blocks using React and building custom themes and plugins Creating HTML templates and patterns optimized for full-site editing Providing architectural guidance and mentoring to team members Writing and reviewing code and technical documentation Leading code peer reviews and encouraging team best practices Meeting with clients to clarify requirements and discuss technical challenges and solutions Managing the technical team\'s workload across project lifecycles Qualifications 8+ years of WordPress experience in a professional setting Comfortable in support roles Deep expertise with WordPress architecture and custom development (themes, plugins, full-site editing, Gutenberg blocks) Proficient in Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), CPTs, taxonomies, and REST API integration Strong understanding of full-site editing (FSE), templates, and block patterns JavaScript and React (Next.js a plus), PHP and SQL Experience with CLI, GitHub, Docker, and multi-environment deployment Knowledge of modern web standards and technologies Strong writing and documentation skills Experience mentoring or leading developers and managing distributed teams Ability to manage competing priorities and align development with timelines and scope Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience Nice-to-Haves Experience in remote agency environments Familiarity with performance optimization, accessibility, and web standards About Compensation and Work Requirements This is a full-time position. The salary range is CA$92,050 - CA$111,900. The range is commensurate with experience and may shift depending on geographic location. This is a 100% remote role, but you must live and be able to work in Canada. Apply If you think this post is a fit, use the “Apply for this Job” button, fill out all required fields, and upload a resume and cover letter (including your answer to the question below). Cover letter prompt: What’s your favorite piece of technology, and why? What to expect Application review Initial questions Interviews with team members Ongoing communication EEO and Accommodations Kanopi Studios is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application process, please let us know. Disclaimers Disclaimer Regarding the Use of AI: We use AI to assist in reviewing applications, including anonymization to reduce bias. We comply with applicable laws and continually review our processes for fair treatment of applicants. Benefits We offer a comprehensive range of health, professional, remote workspace, and other benefits for full-time US and Canadian employees. See the benefits section of our careers page. No agencies No agencies, recruiters or overseas applicants; for consideration, applicants must live in the US or Canada. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kanopi Studios by 2x Get notified about new Lead Technician jobs in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Disclaimer We are not including further job postings in this description. #J-18808-Ljbffr