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WordPress Developer


Company : Uncanny Owl https://static.whatjobs.com/static/ajC


Location : Vancouver, metro vancouver regional distr


Created : 2026-05-08


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

We build Uncanny Automator, the most powerful automation platform for WordPress. Think Zapier, but native to WordPress. We also develop several eLearning add-ons used by thousands of eLearning sites worldwide.Want to work on something awesome & make an impact? Our products are active on over 80,000 websites and experienced by millions of internet users. Join us and help shape the future of the web.The RoleAs a WordPress Developer, you're responsible for Making Stuff Go. You'll build and maintain integrations that connect WordPress to hundreds of external servicesfrom CRMs and email platforms to payment gateways and social networks. You'll own features from conception to completion, handling scoping, development, and testing.Day-to-day, you'll:Build new Automator integrations (triggers and actions) for third-party plugins and appsScope, develop, and test product enhancements, new product features and product add-ons of all sizesWork with support to fix bugs reported by our internal team or by customersRefactor legacy code while maintaining backward compatibilityReview pull requests from teammates and provide constructive feedback (GitHub PRs)Jump between front-end and back-end tasks as neededCommunicate with the team and support your peers using chat, audio, and videoRequirementsYou Must HaveThese are actual requirements, not a wish list:3+ years of WordPress plugin development professional experience with plugin architecture and WordPress standards, not just plugin and theme tweaks4+ years of Advanced PHP proficiency OOP, autoloading, namespacing, traits, interfaces, modern PHP practices. You write classes, not 2000-line functions.php filesAI-assisted development expertise - you know how to leverage AI to amplify and accelerate your work - not replace your brainThird-party API experience consuming APIs from services like Stripe, Drip, Zapier, Google, MailChimp, etc.WordPress hooks mastery actions, filters, priorities. You know when to use each and whySecurity awareness escaping, sanitization, nonces, capability checks are second natureBuild tools ability to use and extend webpack and similar toolsPackage managers familiarity with Composer and NPMGit proficiency competent with version control through git and GitHub. You've worked on a team codebase beforeKeep it simple ability to keep complex ideas and features simple (simplicity is a core value!)Previous remote work experience freelance or remote work backgroundStrong English communication fluent in both verbal and written English. Remote work requires clear async communication, and there's no such thing as overcommunicating on our teamPersonal Computer with Internet AccessAvailability able to participate in audio/video meetings between 9 am - 5 pm ESTNice to HaveThese will make you stand out:LearnDash experience if you've built LearnDash add-ons or customizations, we want to talkExisting Uncanny Automator integration if you've worked to extend Uncanny Automator, we want to talkClaude Code - you're an expert at giving Claude Code the guidance and context necessary to plan and execute a project, resulting in code that is equal in quality to what you could produce yourself, but created in a fraction of the timeREST API experience working with WordPress REST API and authenticationTDD experience writing PHP unit testsDevOps or infrastructure managementWho Thrives HereYou're a self-starter who loves taking initiative and seeing things through from conception to completionYou're an excellent communicator who makes sure nothing slips through the cracksYou have the curiosity and desire to learn and grow your skillsYou're passionate about leaving your mark on the web and excited to impact millions of usersYou take pride in quality and craftsmanship, not just checking boxesYou're a team player who is comfortable working alongside and helping other developers, and you don't take critical feedback personallyYou're adaptable happy working on tasks of all sizesWhat We OfferWorking for a fast-growing bootstrapped company is a rare opportunity, one we consider a lifestyle choice rather than a job choice. Our positions are challenging, but also come with amazing advantages and fulfillment to those who earn them.Fully remote work from anywhere. Our team spans Canada, Colombia, Philippines, Pakistan, Finland, and moreAnnual all-company retreat we fly everyone out once a year and cover all travel costsReal ownership you'll own features from scoping to deploymentImpact at scale your code runs on tens of thousands of websitesSolve meaningful problems your work makes a tangible differenceWork with the best frequent, often daily, interactions with talented teammatesNo politics, no b.s., and no jerksLocation & HoursThis is a remote position - our team is spread around the globe! Our home base is in Canada, so company operating hours are generally 9am - 5pm ET (UTC -5). While full coverage is not a requirement, you must be available during a portion of the day.How to Apply Interested in applying? Please read and follow these steps carefully.Please clearly include the following in your cover letter:Your GitHub/GitLab/WordPress.org profile (required - include code samples)Your experience with WordPress plugin development tell us about a specific plugin you've built or contributed toYour favorite WordPress hook/function and why we want to see how you think about WordPress developmentWhat AI coding tools you use and how they fit into your workflowTell us about yourself why you should be considered, your experience, qualifications, personality, etc.Other profile links if available (your website, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.)Answers to any additional interview questions in the application formImportant: Don't forget to proofread before submitting. Check spelling, capitalization, etc. Attention to detail is one of our core values - this is your chance to stand out!We won't be able to individually respond to all applications, but if we feel you're a strong match, someone will be in touch shortly.Thanks and we look forward to hearing from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr