Lead WordPress / PHP Developer

Job Description

Company Overview

Linchpin is looking for a Lead PHP Developer to work on both internal and client-facing WordPress projects. The role involves leading by example while helping build a culture focused on self-motivation, collaboration, and professional growth. The position is fully remote and requires strong communication, responsibility, and time management skills.

Job Details

• Work on internal and client-facing WordPress projects.
• Lead development initiatives while collaborating with a team.
• Contribute to a culture of growth and self-motivation.
• Work remotely while managing responsibilities independently and within a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new features, plugins, and advanced theme components within WordPress.
• Develop internal tools for Linchpin.
• Implement security measures and follow WordPress security best practices.
• Plan, estimate, develop, collaborate, test, and perform QA on projects.
• Integrate third-party APIs with performance and security considerations.

Qualifications

• Advanced PHP development experience.
• Experience working on team-based development projects.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Skills

Required Skills

• Comprehensive PHP knowledge
• Experience with LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP)
• Git
• Modern PHP practices (autoloading, dependency management, OOP, MVC)
• JavaScript (modern practices, webpack, babel, ES2015+ syntax)
• WordPress plugin and theme development
• Understanding of security best practices

Bonus Experience

• CSS preprocessors (Sass or PostCSS)
• Responsive frameworks (Foundation, Bulma)
• React
• Third-party APIs
• AWS or other cloud computing platforms
• Writing and creating tests
• Continuous Integration and Deployment practices
• Creating WordPress Blocks