Lead Web Developer / Web Development Ops Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Lead Web Developer / Web Development Ops Engineer to join our team at Interweave. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in modern web technologies and best practices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with PHP, WordPress, Laravel, and React, along with a strong understanding of web architecture, performance optimization, and DevOps practices.
As a Lead Web Developer, you'll be responsible for driving technical excellence across projects, mentoring team members, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality web solutions. Your role will involve making key architectural decisions, implementing best practices for development and deployment, and working closely with both technical and business stakeholders.
The position requires a unique blend of technical expertise and leadership skills, with a focus on building scalable, performant web applications. You'll be working with modern tools and technologies, including AI and automation, while maintaining a strong emphasis on code quality and testing. The role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects across European and MENA markets, combining technical challenges with business impact.
We're looking for someone who not only excels in technical implementation but also understands the broader business context of web development. Your experience in digital agencies or product studios will be valuable in understanding client needs and delivering results-driven solutions. The role offers the chance to shape our technical direction and mentor the next generation of web developers while working on cutting-edge projects.
Responsibilities For Lead Web Developer / Web Development Ops Engineer
- Lead web development projects and initiatives
- Perform code reviews and provide technical mentorship
- Design and implement web architectures and deployment pipelines
- Optimize website performance and implement SEO best practices
- Work with analytics and conversion tracking
- Collaborate with business teams and clients
- Set up and maintain testing frameworks and monitoring systems
Requirements For Lead Web Developer / Web Development Ops Engineer
- 8+ years of professional experience building websites and web apps
- Mastery of PHP, WordPress, WooCommerce, and Laravel
- Advanced skills in JavaScript and React
- Experience working with web architecture, database design, deployment pipelines, CI/CD
- Strong understanding of performance optimization, SEO/AEO, and code efficiency
- Experience with analytics, conversion tracking, and building with results in mind
- Team leadership skills: code reviews, mentorship, feedback, and task prioritization
- Great communication skills, especially when translating tech for business teams or clients
- A growth mindset and openness to experimentation - AI, automations, testing frameworks
- Experience setting up test-driven development and performance monitoring
- Worked in a digital agency, consultancy, product studio, or services-based startup
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