Technical Support Engineer I

WP Engine; Australia; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Stock Options

Superannuation Program

Employee Assistance Program

Maternity & Paternity Pay

Generous Vacation Time

Home Office Stipend

Wellness Days

Job summary

WP Engine, a leading WordPress technology company, is looking for a Technical Support L1 in Australia. You will handle live chat, phone, and ticket inquiries and become the face of our brand as you resolve WordPress-related questions and issues.

You’ll build deep knowledge of WordPress, Plugins, Genesis framework, and related open source technologies, growing through internal training while collaborating with a global, inclusive team to deliver exceptional customer experiences.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in technical support or customer service.
• Familiar with open source content management systems and WordPress plugins/themes.
• Proficient with DNS and SSL.
• Comfort with Linux command line and remote file management.
• Experience with StudioPress or Genesis framework.
• Experience with online chat and phone support.
• Familiar with core web hosting error codes (e.g., 404).

Responsibilities

• Provide first-contact support to customers via live chat, phone, and tickets.
• Develop deep technical knowledge of WordPress and related open source technologies.
• Deliver world-class customer experiences with every interaction.
• Collaborate with teammates to maintain a positive, inclusive work environment.
• Continuously learn to grow technical knowledge and skills.

Skills

Technical support

Open source CMS

WordPress knowledge

DNS & SSL knowledge

Linux command line

Chat/phone support experience

Problem solving

Tools

StudioPress

Genesis framework

Job description

We engage the most inspired minds to do their best work wherever they work best—powering the freedom to create worldwide.

WP Engine empowers companies and agencies of all sizes to build, power, manage, and optimize their WordPress websites and applications with confidence. Serving 1.5 million customers across 150+ countries, the global technology company provides premium, enterprise-grade solutions, tools, and services, including specialized platforms for WordPress, industry-tailored eCommerce and agency solution suites, and developer-centric tools like Local, Advanced Custom Fields, and more. WP Engine’s innovative technology and industry-leading expertise are why 8% of the web visits a WP Engine-powered site daily. Learn more at wpengine.com.

This shift is: Wednesday - Sunday, 9:30am-6pm AEDT

What's Cool About This Job

As a Technical Support L1, you’ll be providing support to our customers primarily using live chat, but also over the phone and via support tickets. You will serve as the first point of contact for our customers, supporting all of their WordPress questions and needs. You will develop a deep technical knowledge of the various open source technologies which deliver amazing digital experiences for our customers.

WP Engine cares about you, meaning that we invest in both personal and professional development. Our mission is to develop you to your full potential and work with you through each stage of your career. We like to promote people within our business, and many of those folks started out in technical support. We recognize and reward talent, at WP Engine the best get better. If you are a self‑motivator seeking a challenge and can think creatively, then this role is for you!

Your Impact

You will be the face of our company and have an opportunity to deliver a world‑class experience with every interaction with our customers on our live contact channels of chat and phone.

You’ll get to apply creative problem‑solving techniques to identify and solve the source of problems while keeping our customers happy and engaged.

Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning, to grow technical knowledge to better support our customers as well as strengthening your own technical skillset.

Help maintain a great team and working environment by assisting fellow team members. We are a global inclusive team, and we work together!

Demonstrate a positive attitude when faced with change, working with your teammates and with our customers.

Requirements For The Role

• 1-2 years of experience working in technical support or a customer service position
• Open source content management systems
• WordPress: knowledge of WordPress, Plugins, and Themes.
• Knowledge of DNS and SSL
• You understand the usage of file systems and the tools for remotely managing web content on a web or file server
• Knowledge of Linux Command Line
• You have experience with StudioPress and/or the Genesis framework
• You have previous experience with online Chat and/or instant messaging tools
• You have previously worked with customers via phone support
• Understanding of the core error codes associated with web hosting (eg. 404 etc)

Desired Skills

• Positive Energy and enthusiasm. You believe in our values.
• Technical Aptitude: You demonstrate a keen knowledge of, and passion for, web technology or digital experiences. You are someone who learns quickly and takes ownership of your personal development.
• Effective Troubleshooting Skills: You demonstrate strong root cause analysis skills, through effective troubleshooting skills and you are able to quickly identify problems and solutions. You work well in a collaborative troubleshooting environment, while at the same time you can also work autonomously to arrive at the right solution for our customers.
• Communication Skills: You have strong written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of the English language. Ability to accurately type 40 - 60 words per minute. You have the ability to establish a professional, friendly, and empathetic dialogue with customers.
• Excellent Organizational Skills: You’re a great multitasker. You can handle multiple requests at once and have an understanding of prioritization.
• Team Focus: Effectively work in a team environment that uses cross-collaboration and teamwork to solve issues. You enjoy working with others, demonstrate a willingness and ability to share your knowledge with peers and others.
• Customer Inspired: Demonstrate customer focus in every interaction with our customers. You actively listen and leave our customers feeling supported and understood.
• Adaptable: You are resilient and adapt to the changing business and landscape in the tech world.

Perks And Benefits

• Company Stock Options (Every employee is an owner in the company)
• Superannuation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Generous Vacation Time (Who doesn’t like time off)
• One-time $745 AUS Home Office Stipend
• Company Wellness Days

At WP Engine, we strive to have the broadest possible view of diversity, going beyond visible differences to include the background, experiences, skills, and perspectives that make each person unique. WP Engine is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.