Software Engineer, Infrastructure/Back-end (Staff/Senior Staff)
Kustomer- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience, and a minimum of two years of software engineering experience. They should be proficient in Python or Go programming and have expertise working with Kubernetes and containerization, including experience with Kubernetes orchestration on hosted cloud services such as AWS, GCP, or Azure. Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform is also required, along with knowledge of the common WordPress technology stack, including Linux, Varnish, Apache/Nginx, MySQL, and PHP.
The Software Engineer will build automated, scalable services and systems to power WP Engine’s growing infrastructure, collaborating with an agile team to deliver high-quality and timely code. They will work with monitoring and alerting systems to aid engineering and support efforts, constantly look for opportunities to automate and optimize, and work with Kubernetes solutions across various cloud providers. Furthermore, they will produce quality, testable, and maintainable systems with fast feedback loops, build and enhance infrastructure for serving WordPress on thousands of servers, and develop CI/CD pipelines for pushing code into production, while also working closely with business partners to incrementally deliver positive outcomes through technology.
Provides fully-managed WordPress hosting services
WP Engine offers WordPress hosting services that manage all technical aspects of running a WordPress site, allowing clients to focus on their core business. They provide various subscription plans starting at $15 per month and have a WordPress Agency Partner Program for agencies to manage multiple clients. A standout feature is the Page Speed Boost service, which enhances website load times and performance. WP Engine's goal is to be a reliable partner for WordPress hosting by combining hosting, performance optimization, and development tools.