Senior PHP / WordPress Backend Developer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Brazil, +5 more countries.

📋 Description

• Develop, maintain, and enhance the backend functionality of WordPress-based membership platforms through custom PHP and plugin development.

• Build and customize applications within Invision Community (IPS), focusing on backend logic, integrations, and database functionality.

• Design, implement, and sustain API integrations that connect over 30 third-party tools and services.

• Write and optimize batch scripts for bulk operations, data processing, and system maintenance tasks.

• Create and refine automated workflows using no-code/low-code platforms such as Zapier, Make, and various marketing automation tools.

• Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues arising from plugin updates, vendor alterations, and existing technical constraints.

• Ensure platform stability, security, and performance through proactive monitoring and optimization efforts.

• Collaborate closely with the Head of Development to independently handle technical tasks and alleviate operational workload.

• Coordinate with support teams, external vendors, and infrastructure contacts to diagnose issues and implement solutions.

• Manage priorities, organize development activities, and provide consistent progress updates without the need for constant supervision.

• Utilize AI-powered coding assistants to expedite development while reviewing, validating, and taking full responsibility for the produced code.

⛳️ Requirements

• Senior-level experience in PHP development, with a robust background in WordPress backend development and custom plugin creation.

• Experience in developing or customizing applications within Invision Community (IPS).

• Strong expertise in MySQL/MariaDB databases, including queries, data management, and optimization strategies.

• Proven ability to build and maintain custom API integrations across multiple platforms.

• Capability to develop batch scripts for bulk processing, automated operations, and data-related tasks.

• Practical experience with Git and best practices in version control.

• Familiarity with no-code/low-code automation platforms such as Zapier, Make, or ActiveCampaign.

• Proficiency in AI/LLM: ability to leverage AI assistants for prompting, coding, debugging, and enhancing productivity while independently validating the output.

• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery for basic frontend integrations.

• Strong troubleshooting abilities, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work autonomously, manage priorities effectively, and communicate progress proactively in a remote, chat-based environment.

• Excellent organizational skills, accountability, and attention to detail.

• Proficiency in English at a minimum B2 level, with effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) and Memberium.

• Familiarity with PHPUnit and automated testing methodologies.

• Knowledge of SSH, Linux environments, and Apache/nginx server administration.

• Experience in integrating payment solutions via the Stripe API.

• Familiarity with ClickUp or similar project management tools.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work environment.

• Stable, long-term collaboration.

• Clear scope of responsibilities and structured workflows.

• Training and onboarding support.

• Opportunity to work with international teams.

• Exposure to modern tools and professional processes.

• Supportive and collaborative work culture.

• Opportunity for skill development and career advancement.

• Set work schedule determined by the client.

• Performance assessed through KPIs and goals.

• Training may be necessary to understand the role, tools, and client processes.