Full-Time

Technical Account Manager

Automattic Special Projects Team

Updated on 1/15/2025

Automattic

Automattic

1,001-5,000 employees

Online content creation and management tools

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$85k - $130kAnnually

Junior, Mid

Remote in USA

Candidates are prioritized who can work during typical business hours in the Pacific time zone.

Category
Customer Success Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Git
Wordpress
Requirements
  • An advanced level of WordPress admin expertise, including:
  • Experience designing, publishing, and debugging content using the WordPress Block Editor.
  • Understanding how a website makes use of Posts, Pages, and Custom Post Types.
  • Ability to identify which themes and plugins are active on a site, and what they are responsible for.
  • Excellent English writing and communication skills, with an aptitude for taking technical language and making it understandable.
  • Ability to triage requests, escalating needs outside the skillset/scope of the role to other team members.
  • Comfortable creating structure in ambiguous situations and pursuing a clear path forward.
  • Effective problem solving, conflict resolution, and context-switching.
  • Distilling goals and wishlists into concrete next steps.
  • Remaining undaunted by managing risks in high-stakes situations.
  • An eye for detail, and an innate desire to close out all items on a project checklist.
Responsibilities
  • Helping our partners use Automattic’s products—particularly WordPress, WooCommerce, Jetpack, and Sensei LMS.
  • Troubleshooting, investigating, and writing detailed GitHub Issues.
  • Sharing knowledge, tools, and tips to help team members.
  • Cultivating strong relationships with our partners to understand their business/operational needs and how Automattic’s products can meet those needs.
  • Communicating clearly and effectively to a diverse set of partners with varying levels of technical aptitude.
Desired Qualifications
  • We are currently prioritizing candidates who work during typical business hours in the Pacific time zone (approximately 16:00 to 02:00 UTC).

Automattic develops and manages WordPress.com, a widely-used platform for creating websites and blogs. Users can easily set up their online presence through WordPress.com, which offers a variety of tools for content creation and management. The platform operates on a freemium model, providing basic services for free while charging for premium features like advanced design options and additional storage. Automattic also supports non-profit and open-source projects and offers mobile applications for managing WordPress sites on iOS and Android. Unlike many competitors, Automattic focuses on a diverse range of clients, including individuals, businesses, and organizations, making it accessible for anyone looking to share their story online. The company's goal is to enhance the web experience for users by providing effective tools for online content management.

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

  • Growing demand for AI-driven content tools aligns with Automattic's recent acquisitions.
  • The rise of no-code platforms can expand Automattic's user base.
  • Increased focus on website accessibility presents opportunities for Automattic's feature enhancements.

What critics are saying

  • Ongoing legal dispute with WP Engine may harm Automattic's reputation.
  • Forking the ACF plugin could alienate loyal developers and users.
  • Integration challenges from recent acquisitions may affect operational efficiency.

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 strengthens its AI capabilities for WordPress.

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget