Full-Time

Code Wrangler

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Automattic

Automattic

1,001-5,000 employees

Online content creation and management tools

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$70k - $170kAnnually

Junior, Mid

Remote in USA

This is a fully-remote position.

Category
Backend Engineering
Web Development
Software Engineering
Required Skills
PHP
JavaScript

You match the following Automattic's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Have production experience with several programming languages. We mostly use PHP and JavaScript at Automattic – you should either be familiar with them already or the idea of using them on a daily basis should not be a blocker for you.
  • Have experience working on a large-scale system. Making it faster, more scalable, and fault-tolerant.
  • Know about systems architecture.
  • Are highly collaborative and you love participating in code reviews and discussions about architecture, or design.
  • Are passionate about and experienced in software development; in particular, advanced PHP knowledge is a plus.
  • Are knowledgeable about design patterns and testability; having experience with testing frameworks, performance testing and unit testing is very welcome.
  • Are thoughtful about product design, with good user experience instincts.
  • Are open and able to travel 3-4 weeks per year to meet up with your teammates in person.
Desired Qualifications
  • WordPress programming experience.
  • Open source contributions or contributions to programs designed to help underrepresented people enter the tech field.
  • Experience working on accessibility.
  • Familiarity with JavaScript.
  • Data analysis experience, and understanding of how analytics can help with product decisions.
  • Knowledge of tooling and build systems.

Automattic develops and manages WordPress.com, a widely-used platform for creating websites and blogs. Users can easily set up their online presence through a user-friendly interface that allows for customization and content management. Automattic operates on a freemium model, offering basic services for free while charging for premium features like advanced design options and additional storage. This approach makes it accessible to a variety of clients, including individuals, small businesses, and large organizations. Unlike many competitors, Automattic also contributes to open-source projects and provides mobile applications for managing WordPress sites, enhancing user experience. The company's goal is to improve the web by offering tools that empower users to share their stories and services online.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$757.4M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2005

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for AI-driven content tools aligns with Automattic's recent acquisitions.
  • The rise of no-code platforms supports Automattic's user-friendly website creation tools.
  • Automattic's investment in Openvibe taps into the growing social network integration trend.

What critics are saying

  • Ongoing legal disputes with WP Engine may harm Automattic's reputation.
  • Forking the ACF plugin could alienate some developers and users.
  • Openvibe investment may be risky if it fails to compete with social media giants.

What makes Automattic unique

  • Automattic offers a freemium model, attracting a wide range of users.
  • The company supports open source projects, enhancing its community-driven approach.
  • Automattic's acquisition of WPAI boosts its AI capabilities for WordPress.

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget