Senior WordPress Backend Developer

About the Role

Teal Media is seeking a Senior WordPress Backend Developer who serves as a thoughtful problem-solver and hands-on technical lead.

Your Impact

• Translate ambiguous client needs into clear, actionable technical approaches for mission-driven organizations.
• Take ownership of building long-term, maintainable custom web solutions using open-source tools.
• Navigate multiple competing priorities typical in an agency or consulting environment with confidence and sound judgment.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and development of WordPress themes, plugins, and systems integrations.
• Act as a technical lead in client conversations, explaining complex concepts clearly to help clients make informed decisions.
• Mentor developers through code reviews, pairing, and thoughtful feedback while modeling strong collaboration.

Your Qualifications

You bring 10+ years of experience building with WordPress and PHP tools. You possess deep expertise in custom themes and plugins, including modern backend development practices and AI-based workflows. You thrive when balancing ideal technical solutions with real-world constraints like budget and timeline.