Software Engineer II (WordPress Plugin Development)
Description For Software Engineer II (WordPress Plugin Development)
WP Engine, a leading WordPress technology company serving 1.5 million customers globally, is seeking a Software Engineer II specialized in WordPress Plugin Development. This role is perfect for experienced developers passionate about creating impactful WordPress solutions. As a WordPress plugin engineer, you'll be at the forefront of designing and developing plugins used by WordPress developers worldwide. The position offers the opportunity to work with an experienced team, contributing to products that enhance development experiences across the WordPress ecosystem.
The role combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving, requiring proficiency in PHP, JavaScript, and TypeScript. You'll be responsible for building extensible, high-performance plugins while maintaining quality through thorough testing and code reviews. The ideal candidate brings 2+ years of software engineering experience, deep WordPress knowledge, and a strong foundation in object-oriented programming.
WP Engine offers a remote work environment and emphasizes an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued. The company's impressive reach, powering 8% of daily web visits, provides an exciting opportunity to impact millions of users. This position is perfect for engineers who are passionate about WordPress development, value user experience, and want to contribute to a leading technology company's growth while working with cutting-edge web technologies.
Responsibilities For Software Engineer II (WordPress Plugin Development)
- Collaborate with an agile team to deliver high quality and timely value for WordPress developers
- Design, write, test, integrate, and maintain plugins that are extensible, usable, and performant
- Provide valuable feedback to teammates through code and design reviews
- Maintain productive relationships with manager, peers, and cross-functional stakeholders
- Help build a positive and inclusive community around the software
Requirements For Software Engineer II (WordPress Plugin Development)
- 2+ years software engineering experience
- Deep understanding of WordPress and how users build with it
- Hands-on experience building and maintaining WordPress plugins
- Proven experience with Object Oriented Programming
- PHP, JavaScript, TypeScript experience
- Experience working with CI/CD, testing, deployment pipelines
- Driven to continue learning and tackle big problems
- Passion for providing customers with world class experiences
- Advocate for user experience and design
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
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