Lead Developer - WordPress

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At Team Updraft our DNA is in world‑leading software for WordPress that helps our customers to backup, restore, clone, secure and optimise their WordPress websites. Our global team is behind some of the most popular WordPress plugins in the world! Used by more than 5 million WordPress website owners, our plugins have a reputation for being reliable and powerful.

Lead Developer - WordPress

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Developer to join us. Success in this role requires deep knowledge and experience of developing WordPress plugins. You will have the option to choose your own hours from 32 up to 40 per week, work remotely from anywhere, and have at least 4 hours of overlap with UK working hours per day.

What you’ll be doing

• Work in PHP, JavaScript and WordPress libraries to write clean, efficient and secure code
• Line‑manage the plugin development team
• Ensure tasks are appropriately assigned, reviewed, and completed by the team
• Maintain high technical standards in the code base
• Utilise the lead architect's knowledge to achieve the best direction for the plugin
• Identify priorities, resolve blockers
• Act as the key point of contact for technical queries related to the plugin
• Liaise with QA and Product Managers to align development work with wider business goals

Your exact responsibilities will depend on your experience and how this fits with other members of the team, and are subject to discussion and agreement.

Requirements

You'll definitely need experience with :

It would be nice if you have experience with :

Benefits

Why Join Us?

We believe in flexible working and are open to discussing various arrangements—whether you’re looking for freelance, employed, part‑time, full‑time, permanent, or contract work, we’re keen to find the right fit for the right candidate.

If you’re ready to make a significant impact as a Lead Developer and help us shape the future of TeamUpdraft, we encourage you to apply!

Seniority level : Mid‑Senior level

Employment type : Full‑time

Job function : IT Services and IT Consulting

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