Lead architecture and development for mission-driven websites that make a real impact.
About Kanopi Studios
Kanopi is a fully distributed digital agency specializing in WordPress and Drupal. We work with mission-driven clients to build websites that actually move the needle for people and communities. Our team values craftsmanship, collaboration, and flexibility — when our people thrive, our clients thrive.
Schedule
- Full-time, remote
- Must live in US or Canada
- Standard business hours with flexibility
- Collaborative distributed team environment
Responsibilities
- Lead technical execution across WordPress projects
- Architect high-quality solutions and guide development approach
- Build custom themes, plugins, and Gutenberg blocks (React)
- Own technical estimates, planning, and solution direction
- Review code, enforce best practices, and mentor developers
- Collaborate with UX, PM, and clients during discovery and build
- Manage developer workloads and maintain delivery continuity
- Document technical specs and processes
- Ensure sites are scalable, accessible, and optimized
Requirements
- 8+ years professional WordPress development experience
- Deep expertise in Gutenberg, custom themes/plugins, ACF, CPTs
- Strong React/JavaScript and PHP skills
- Experience with REST API, SQL, CLI, GitHub, Docker
- Proven track record leading technical teams and guiding architecture
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Ability to manage complex projects and priorities
- Bachelor’s degree in CS or equivalent experience
Bonus
- Agency experience
- Familiarity with accessibility, performance, modern workflows
- Experience supporting live sites
Compensation & Benefits
- $92,050 – $111,900 USD, depending on experience and location
- Comprehensive medical and wellness benefits (US & Canada)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Remote-work support and equipment
- Growth-focused, collaborative team culture
Ready to build meaningful digital experiences and lead a top-tier WordPress engineering team?
Happy Hunting,
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