Senior Back-End WordPress Engineer

Senior Back-End WordPress Engineer Posted May 16, 2026 Development As a Senior Back-End Engineer at Forum One, you'll play a critical role in developing and supporting sophisticated WordPress solutions. You'll work closely with Technical Architects and cross-functional teams to implement high-quality systems that are scalable, secure, and aligned with client needs. In this role, you will: Develop and support complex WordPress implementations, including custom themes, plugins, and Gutenberg blocks Translate technical architecture and requirements into scalable, maintainable back-end code Contribute to headless and decoupled WordPress implementations as directed by Technical Architects Integrate third-party platforms and APIs (such as Salesforce and ServiceNow) to extend functionality and solve client challenges Leverage modern AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor) to improve efficiency and code quality Provide input on feasibility, performance, and implementation approaches during project planning Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues to ensure the stability and success of our platforms Beyond hands-on development, you'll help strengthen our engineering practice through collaboration and knowledge sharing. You'll also: Serve as a contributor with deep expertise in back-end development and WordPress Stay current with emerging technologies and development tools Help solve complex technical challenges and share knowledge across teams Contribute to internal tools and open-source efforts that enhance delivery quality and efficiency Job Details Company Forum One Job Type Full Time Location Washington, DC Budget $84,000 to $126,000 How to Apply Via web form