Contract Job- WordPress Architect

Contract Job- WordPress Architect

Posted 1 week ago by 1758716017

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Application Programming Interface (API) Cloudflare Content Creation Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery DevOps File Servers Gutenberg (WordPress Block Editor) Management Metadata Scalability Search Engine Optimisation Server Response Software Coding Web Cache WordPress Workflows

Summary: The role of WordPress Architect involves leading the design and implementation of multisite WordPress platforms, focusing on scalability and performance. The position requires collaboration with various teams to optimize site performance and integrate third-party systems. Additionally, the architect will drive the migration of legacy systems and uphold coding standards and security practices. This role can be performed remotely or from Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Architect and lead multisite WordPress platforms optimized for scalability, performance, and maintainability.
  • Design and implement a modular, reusable theme architecture to support multiple brands under a single multisite umbrella.
  • Define and optimize performance benchmarks including page load speed, Core Web Vitals, and server response time.
  • Collaborate with Cloudflare/DevOps teams to resolve cache invalidation issues (e.g., metadata not refreshing) and implement smart caching strategies.
  • Build and extend Gutenberg blocks to enable intuitive content creation and cross-site publishing.
  • Integrate WordPress with third-party systems (CRM, analytics, APIs, forms, personalization engines).
  • Drive the migration of legacy systems into a unified WordPress multisite or headless architecture.
  • Champion coding standards, CI/CD pipelines, security practices, and deployment workflows.
  • Work closely with UI/UX, SEO, and content teams to ensure brand consistency and editorial efficiency.

Key Skills:

  • Expertise in WordPress architecture and multisite management.
  • Strong knowledge of performance optimization techniques and tools.
  • Experience with Cloudflare and DevOps practices.
  • Proficiency in building Gutenberg blocks and integrating third-party systems.
  • Understanding of coding standards, CI/CD pipelines, and security practices.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Key Responsibilities

  • Architect and lead multisite WordPress platforms optimized for scalability, performance, and maintainability.
  • Design and implement a modular, reusable theme architecture to support multiple brands under a single multisite umbrella.
  • Define and optimize performance benchmarks including page load speed, Core Web Vitals, and server response time.
  • Collaborate with Cloudflare/DevOps teams to resolve cache invalidation issues (e.g., metadata not refreshing) and implement smart caching strategies.
  • Build and extend Gutenberg blocks to enable intuitive content creation and cross-site publishing.
  • Integrate WordPress with third-party systems (CRM, analytics, APIs, forms, personalization engines).
  • Drive the migration of legacy systems into a unified WordPress multisite or headless architecture.
  • Champion coding standards, CI/CD pipelines, security practices, and deployment workflows.
  • Work closely with UI/UX, SEO, and content teams to ensure brand consistency and editorial efficiency.
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